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Y981 KAU

2001 Mazda E Series

Blue Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

82,831 mi
Last recorded82,831 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2011
Typical for 2001 Mazda E Series91,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY981 KAU
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2011 82,831 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 104,886 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 92,593 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 87,858 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 80,936 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 80,936 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 12 May 2006 66,721 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 May 2006 66,721 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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Y981 KAU is a 2001 Mazda E Series in Blue with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y981 KAU, 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

How do I check the history of Y981 KAU?

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What year was Y981 KAU registered?

Y981 KAU is a 2001 Mazda E Series, first registered on 25 May 2001.

Is Y981 KAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y981 KAU shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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