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Y591 YJU

2001 Mazda B Series

Red Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2018
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

157,531 mi
Last recorded157,531 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2017
Typical for 2001 Mazda B Series99,900 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY591 YJU
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2017 157,531 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2017 157,531 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 141,998 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2016 141,995 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 139,420 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Towbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 133,318 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

slight corrosion to chassis / tow bar mounts

Fail 14 Jul 2014 133,315 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

alternator belts loose

slight corrosion to chassis / tow bar mounts

Pass 9 Jul 2013 124,548 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Fail 4 Jul 2013 124,502 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Pass 9 Jul 2012 110,670 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Fail 5 Jul 2012 110,520 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 28 Jun 2011 100,279 miles

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

Towbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 92,366 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 82,759 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 3 Jul 2009 82,759 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 4 Jul 2008 73,255 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2008 73,231 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2007 64,086 miles

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

Fail 3 Jul 2007 64,083 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2006 56,112 miles

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

Fail 5 Jul 2006 56,105 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2005 45,667 miles

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

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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Y591 YJU is a 2001 Mazda B Series in Red with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y591 YJU, 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 Y591 YJU registered?

Y591 YJU is a 2001 Mazda B Series, first registered on 9 May 2001.

Is Y591 YJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y591 YJU shows 22 tests with a 59.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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