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Y338 MAE

2001 Mazda B Series

Silver Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2020
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

60,729 mi
Last recorded60,729 miles
Recorded on24 May 2019
Typical for 2001 Mazda B Series99,900 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY338 MAE
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 May 2019 60,729 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 May 2019 60,705 miles

Emissions not tested Oil level below minimum mark (8.2.2.2 (e))

Rear fog lamp does not face the rear (4.5.4 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2018 58,440 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 15 May 2018 58,439 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 15 May 2017 56,077 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 15 May 2017 56,077 miles

Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

n/s/f plastic wheel arch insercure

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 18 May 2016 53,933 miles

Offside Front Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded brake compansator (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 23 Apr 2015 52,373 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 52,373 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 46,900 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 15 Jun 2012 42,289 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Jun 2011 37,477 miles

slight dampness around power steering pipes/hoses

Fail 15 Jun 2011 37,473 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp does not face the rear (1.3.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE BALD INSIDE EDGE

nearside front tyre starting to wear low inside edge

power steering fluid slightly low

slight dampness around power steering pipes/hoses

Pass 11 Jun 2010 31,575 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 28,380 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 26,266 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2007 24,115 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2006 21,281 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 21,281 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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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Y338 MAE is a 2001 Mazda B Series in Silver with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 Y338 MAE, 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.

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What year was Y338 MAE registered?

Y338 MAE is a 2001 Mazda B Series, first registered on 17 May 2001.

Is Y338 MAE safe to buy?

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