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RE02 OPT

2002 Mazda B Series

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

128,496 mi
Last recorded128,496 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2018
Typical for 2002 Mazda B Series88,277 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE02 OPT
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2018 128,496 miles

front brake pipes corroded

Fail 26 Jul 2018 128,496 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

front brake pipes corroded

Pass 8 Aug 2017 123,654 miles

front rigid brake pipes into arches corroded

general chassis/component corrosion.

Fail 8 Aug 2017 123,654 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust section missing (7.1.2)

engine oil level low on vehicle presentation

front rigid brake pipes into arches corroded

general chassis/component corrosion.

Pass 21 Jul 2016 112,919 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 99,022 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2014 89,814 miles

Both front tyres wearing on both edges, o/s front bald on edges.

Centre exhaust hanger missing.

Child seats fitted to both rear outer seats not allowing full inspection of the adult belt.

Front diveshaft, outer CV boots starting to perish.

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

One screenwasher jet blocked.

Wiper blades starting to split.

Pass 15 Jul 2014 89,814 miles

Both front tyres wearing on both edges, o/s front bald on edges.

Centre exhaust hanger missing.

Child seats fitted to both rear outer seats not allowing full inspection of the adult belt.

Front diveshaft, outer CV boots starting to perish.

One screenwasher jet blocked.

Wiper blades starting to split.

Pass 8 Jul 2013 81,180 miles

both front wheels binding

Pass 28 Jun 2012 77,423 miles

both front brake discs very corroded and pitted (borderline pass)

Fail 28 Jun 2012 77,423 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a) DANGEROUS

both front brake discs very corroded and pitted (borderline pass)

Fail 20 Jul 2011 74,750 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

O/S front tyre wearing on inner edge.

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear number plate starting to deteriorate.

Pass 20 Jul 2011 74,750 miles

O/S front tyre wearing on inner edge.

Rear number plate starting to deteriorate.

Pass 16 Jul 2010 70,005 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 64,948 miles

both front brake discs corroded on inner faces

Pass 19 Jul 2008 56,757 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 51,317 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 44,128 miles

L/H front tyre wearing on inner edge. Recommend tracking check.

Recommend replacement of front wiper blades.

Very slight play in front wheel bearings?

How Reliable is the Mazda B Series?

Based on 136,422 MOT tests across 9,870 vehicles.

68.9%
Pass Rate
5,432
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
9,870
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,638
fog lamp not working 5,286
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,589
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,901
Registration plate lamp not working 2,281
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RE02 OPT is a 2002 Mazda B Series in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2002 Mazda B Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 88,277 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda B Series fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 9,638 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RE02 OPT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda B Series typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 24 years old, this Mazda B Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RE02 OPT registered?

RE02 OPT is a 2002 Mazda B Series, first registered on 29 March 2002.

Is RE02 OPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE02 OPT shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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