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Y248 FBW

2001 Mazda E Series

Red Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

74,811 mi
Last recorded74,811 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 Mazda E Series91,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY248 FBW
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 74,811 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2025 62,040 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2025 71,986 miles

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced side sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced side sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Mar 2024 69,485 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2024 69,344 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced by spring anchor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2023 68,777 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 68,653 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 68,278 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 5 Mar 2021 68,262 miles

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting side sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 67,959 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2020 67,958 miles

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

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Rear Exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board pipe missing (6.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Feb 2019 67,219 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 66,681 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 65,533 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 63,634 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2016 63,634 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2015 61,464 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 60,214 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 59,114 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 57,930 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 55,191 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 52,602 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 49,058 miles

Nearside Rear 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 25 Feb 2008 44,625 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2007 40,496 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Mar 2007 40,496 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 35,210 miles

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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Y248 FBW is a 2001 Mazda E Series in Red with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y248 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.

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What year was Y248 FBW registered?

Y248 FBW is a 2001 Mazda E Series, first registered on 8 March 2001.

Is Y248 FBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y248 FBW shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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