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L414 AVL

1994 Mazda B Series

Blue Petrol 4000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

222,017 mi
Last recorded222,017 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 1994 Mazda B Series118,022 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL414 AVL
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,000cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 222,017 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2025 222,017 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate incorrect obscured by rear bumper (0.1 (c))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too high both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 220,943 miles

Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both Sides (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both Sides (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both Sides (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 6 Jul 2023 220,150 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside rear brake effort is low

Fail 6 Jul 2023 220,150 miles

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users Power Steering leak from pump union (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside rear brake effort is low

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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L414 AVL is a 1994 Mazda B Series in Blue with a 4,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 L414 AVL, 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 L414 AVL registered?

L414 AVL is a 1994 Mazda B Series, first registered on 1 May 1994.

Is L414 AVL safe to buy?

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