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B162 XYL

1985 Mazda E Series

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

145,765 mi
Last recorded145,765 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2010
Typical for 1985 Mazda E Series96,818 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB162 XYL
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 1 Apr 2010 145,765 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2009 143,458 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2008 140,558 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 137,495 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 134,665 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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B162 XYL is a 1985 Mazda E Series in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Mazda E Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 96,818 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 B162 XYL, 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 41 years old, this Mazda E Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B162 XYL registered?

B162 XYL is a 1985 Mazda E Series, first registered on 1 February 1985.

Is B162 XYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B162 XYL shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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