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T217 ARA

1999 Mazda B Series

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

62,734 mi
Last recorded62,734 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2012
Typical for 1999 Mazda B Series98,079 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT217 ARA
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2012 62,734 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2011 53,782 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

o/s mirror damaged

Pass 25 Mar 2010 50,244 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2010 50,244 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

rear bumper hazard to pedestrians

Pass 23 Mar 2009 49,923 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 49,109 miles

rear exhast mounting strap coroded thin.

Pass 3 Apr 2007 47,504 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 44,860 miles

o/s mirror glass needs replacing

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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T217 ARA 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 87.5%.

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 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 T217 ARA, 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

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What year was T217 ARA registered?

T217 ARA is a 1999 Mazda B Series, first registered on 1 April 1999.

Is T217 ARA safe to buy?

The MOT history for T217 ARA shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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