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H490 ERT

1991 Mazda B Series

Grey Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2020
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

139,765 mi
Last recorded139,765 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2019
Typical for 1991 Mazda B Series108,052 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH490 ERT
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2019 139,765 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated all fronts covers perished and covered in sealer (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt all covers perished and covered in sealer (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced repair covered in underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced repair covered in underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Nov 2019 139,765 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated all fronts covers perished and covered in sealer (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt all covers perished and covered in sealer (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced repair covered in underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced repair covered in underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2006 139,355 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2006 139,355 miles

Hinged tailboard cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

bumper insecure

steering joint dust cover split/missing

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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H490 ERT is a 1991 Mazda B Series in Grey with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1991 Mazda B Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 108,052 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 H490 ERT, 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 35 years old, this Mazda B Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H490 ERT registered?

H490 ERT is a 1991 Mazda B Series, first registered on 5 February 1991.

Is H490 ERT safe to buy?

The MOT history for H490 ERT shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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