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RX51 OAP

2001 Mazda B Series

Silver Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

139,207 mi
Last recorded139,207 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2021
Typical for 2001 Mazda B Series99,900 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX51 OAP
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Fail 16 Feb 2021 139,207 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play Drop Arm Ball Joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Front Inner Arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Front Rear A Pillar / Inner Arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Load Bed Mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Front Inner Arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Front Rear A Pillar / Inner Arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 133,389 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 131,743 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 129,057 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 14 Mar 2018 129,051 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure Link Broken (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Mar 2017 124,916 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2017 124,916 miles

Central Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded on load valve (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2016 122,449 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 119,648 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 114,037 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2014 114,037 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2013 107,167 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

Pass 22 Feb 2012 101,363 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 97,855 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 94,585 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 81,996 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 76,690 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2008 76,690 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

All Wheels Sticking out Beyond Bodywork

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Brakes Seized on Nearside & Offside

Pass 15 Feb 2007 63,535 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Feb 2006 55,885 miles

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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RX51 OAP is a 2001 Mazda B Series in Silver with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Mazda B Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 99,900 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 RX51 OAP, 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 25 years old, this Mazda B Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX51 OAP registered?

RX51 OAP is a 2001 Mazda B Series, first registered on 5 September 2001.

Is RX51 OAP safe to buy?

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