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W289 UBO

2000 Mazda B Series

Red Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

103,689 mi
Last recorded103,689 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 Mazda B Series99,976 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW289 UBO
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 103,689 miles

GENERAL UNDERBODY CORROSION

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH N/S & O/S (1.1.11 (c))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 97,729 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 92,609 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2024 92,609 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Towbar obstructing the registration plate so that it is unreadable (6.1.6 (f) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Feb 2022 78,017 miles

Front both sides corrosion floor

Pass 15 May 2019 69,916 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 57,049 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 56,174 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 54,147 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 52,556 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 51,684 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 51,058 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2012 50,557 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2011 49,340 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

small areas of corrosion on brake pipes

surface corrosion on many mech.componets

Pass 23 Apr 2010 48,103 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Apr 2009 46,151 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Mar 2008 44,039 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 40,746 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 8 Apr 2006 35,553 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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W289 UBO is a 2000 Mazda B Series in Red with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2000 Mazda B Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 99,976 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 W289 UBO, 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 26 years old, this Mazda B Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W289 UBO registered?

W289 UBO is a 2000 Mazda B Series, first registered on 29 April 2000.

Is W289 UBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for W289 UBO shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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