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YE08 JFF

2008 Mazda B Series

Silver Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

96,001 mi
Last recorded96,001 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Mazda B Series116,930 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE08 JFF
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Fail 15 Sep 2023 96,001 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced all (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced all (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Centre mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected near spring front mount (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Bolt snapped (6.1.2 (a))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 92,346 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play all (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play all (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 3 Oct 2022 92,339 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play all (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play all (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 88,368 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ALL (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 82,528 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front secondary bonnet catch stiff - lubricated

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

Rear both leaf springs

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 77,584 miles

Central Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 71,043 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 56,181 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 59,591 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 53,933 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 44,301 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 35,271 miles

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

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2012 28,362 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 21,278 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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YE08 JFF is a 2008 Mazda B Series in Silver with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2008 Mazda B Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 116,930 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 YE08 JFF, 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 18 years old, this Mazda B Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YE08 JFF registered?

YE08 JFF is a 2008 Mazda B Series, first registered on 30 April 2008.

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