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YF51 ZSO

2002 Mazda B Series

Red Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

116,001 mi
Last recorded116,001 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2016
Typical for 2002 Mazda B Series88,277 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF51 ZSO
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2016 116,001 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 112,845 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 Oct 2014 108,752 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring damaged but not permanently distorted (2.4.B.1a)

Fail 14 Oct 2014 108,752 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring damaged but not permanently distorted (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Oct 2013 105,160 miles

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

n/s/r light unit

Pass 4 Sep 2012 101,459 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2012 101,455 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 98,791 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 88,786 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 88,784 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 83,303 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2009 83,303 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Fail 27 Aug 2008 73,721 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2008 73,721 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 55,576 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 43,166 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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YF51 ZSO is a 2002 Mazda B Series in Red with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2002 Mazda B Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 88,277 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 YF51 ZSO, 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 24 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 YF51 ZSO registered?

YF51 ZSO is a 2002 Mazda B Series, first registered on 31 January 2002.

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The MOT history for YF51 ZSO shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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