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S201 FJO

1998 Mazda B Series

Silver Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

89,019 mi
Last recorded89,019 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2013
Typical for 1998 Mazda B Series103,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS201 FJO
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2013 89,019 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 4 Jun 2013 89,019 miles

Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 82,827 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 80,462 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 77,105 miles
Fail 19 May 2010 77,105 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 May 2009 73,512 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 70,205 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 65,626 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Under vehicle has surface corrosion, advise to wash and wax oil chassis

Pass 23 May 2006 58,497 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 58,497 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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S201 FJO is a 1998 Mazda B Series in Silver with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1998 Mazda B Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 103,822 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 S201 FJO, 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 28 years old, this Mazda B Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S201 FJO registered?

S201 FJO is a 1998 Mazda B Series, first registered on 29 October 1998.

Is S201 FJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S201 FJO shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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