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Y231 FBW

2001 Mazda E Series

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

104,452 mi
Last recorded104,452 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2011
Typical for 2001 Mazda E Series91,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY231 FBW
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2011 104,452 miles

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

Fail 10 Aug 2011 104,451 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2009 99,046 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2009 99,046 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2008 87,432 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 87,425 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 75,661 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006

How Reliable is the Mazda E Series?

Based on 81,836 MOT tests across 9,731 vehicles.

68.3%
Pass Rate
6,018
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
9,731
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 4,794
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,584
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,919
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,399
brake binding 2,340
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Y231 FBW is a 2001 Mazda E Series in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2001 Mazda E Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 91,336 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 E Series fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 4,794 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y231 FBW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda E Series typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 25 years old, this Mazda E Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y231 FBW registered?

Y231 FBW is a 2001 Mazda E Series, first registered on 4 May 2001.

Is Y231 FBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y231 FBW 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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