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Y409 REC

2001 Mazda B Series

Silver Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

195,705 mi
Last recorded195,705 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 Mazda B Series99,900 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY409 REC
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 195,705 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jan 2025 191,977 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both, on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Headlamp reflector slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Feb 2024 189,292 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both, on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Headlamp reflector slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 186,762 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Headlamp reflector slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 183,957 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both, on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Headlamp reflector slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all ()

Pass 18 Nov 2020 179,410 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both, on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 173,772 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 169,121 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 24 May 2017 163,527 miles

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

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

Surface corrosion to underside of vehicle

Fail 24 May 2017 163,527 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Surface corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 5 Aug 2016 155,289 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Aug 2016 155,289 miles

Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 149,359 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2015 149,357 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 144,254 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2013 132,966 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 119,634 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 106,489 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

rear tyres cracked on side wall

Pass 6 Aug 2010 92,433 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2009 75,854 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 63,729 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 52,940 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 35,540 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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Y409 REC is a 2001 Mazda B Series in Silver with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 Y409 REC, 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 Y409 REC registered?

Y409 REC is a 2001 Mazda B Series, first registered on 1 August 2001.

Is Y409 REC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y409 REC shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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