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W493 OBD

2000 Mazda B Series

Red Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2021
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

97,369 mi
Last recorded97,369 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2020
Typical for 2000 Mazda B Series99,976 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW493 OBD
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2020 97,369 miles

Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion developing all around underside of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 16 Dec 2020 97,359 miles

Central Lower Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sub frame mounting area (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion developing all around underside of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Jan 2020 96,880 miles

Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all of chassis developing corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 96,409 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2018 95,161 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2018 95,158 miles

Central Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion tail gate (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 94,022 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 19 Jan 2017 94,020 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded from flexi pipe/marked (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

various corrosion affected areas under vehicle but not seriously affecting strength.

Pass 19 Jan 2016 91,457 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2016 91,457 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rears (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Jan 2015 87,540 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 83,463 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 24 Jan 2013 80,234 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2013 80,234 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 23 Jan 2012 77,242 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 23 Jan 2012 77,234 miles

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 19 Jan 2011 75,866 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2011 75,859 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 21 Jan 2010 73,955 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 30 Jan 2009 71,188 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front and rear number plate deteriorated

Pass 9 Jan 2008 69,152 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Jan 2007 66,521 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 64,072 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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W493 OBD is a 2000 Mazda B Series in Red with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 2000 Mazda B Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 99,976 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 W493 OBD, 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 26 years old, this Mazda B Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W493 OBD registered?

W493 OBD is a 2000 Mazda B Series, first registered on 2 March 2000.

Is W493 OBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for W493 OBD shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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