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X388 GEL

2001 Mazda B Series

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2012
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

138,524 mi
Last recorded138,524 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2011
Typical for 2001 Mazda B Series99,900 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX388 GEL
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2011 138,524 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 20 Dec 2011 138,524 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2010 126,429 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 114,182 miles

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

Fail 20 Nov 2009 114,182 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2008 104,335 miles

offside tail light lense cracked

Fail 12 Nov 2008 104,335 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside tail light lense cracked

Pass 14 Nov 2007 99,253 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 89,342 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2005 70,906 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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X388 GEL is a 2001 Mazda B Series in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 X388 GEL, 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 X388 GEL registered?

X388 GEL is a 2001 Mazda B Series, first registered on 5 January 2001.

Is X388 GEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X388 GEL shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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