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L356 XGG

1994 Mazda B Series

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

141,803 mi
Last recorded141,803 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2008
Typical for 1994 Mazda B Series118,022 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL356 XGG
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2008 141,803 miles

both chassis legs corroded

slight oil leak at rear diff

Fail 20 Mar 2008 141,802 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

both chassis legs corroded

slight oil leak at rear diff

Pass 7 Mar 2007 133,675 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2007 133,675 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 27 Mar 2006 125,578 miles

rear tyres wearing close to limit

slight oil leak at rear diff

Fail 24 Mar 2006 125,578 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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L356 XGG is a 1994 Mazda B Series in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1994 Mazda B Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 118,022 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 L356 XGG, 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 32 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 L356 XGG registered?

L356 XGG is a 1994 Mazda B Series, first registered on 31 March 1994.

Is L356 XGG safe to buy?

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