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S56 KJW

1999 Mazda B Series

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

136,493 mi
Last recorded136,493 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2010
Typical for 1999 Mazda B Series98,079 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS56 KJW
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2010 136,493 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 19 Jan 2010 136,393 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Jan 2009 135,855 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 134,918 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 133,421 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2007 133,415 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 4 Feb 2006 132,962 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2006 132,960 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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S56 KJW is a 1999 Mazda B Series in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1999 Mazda B Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 98,079 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S56 KJW, 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 27 years old, this Mazda B Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S56 KJW?

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What year was S56 KJW registered?

S56 KJW is a 1999 Mazda B Series, first registered on 16 February 1999.

Is S56 KJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S56 KJW shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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