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CX53 VMC

2003 Mazda B Series

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2017
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

198,119 mi
Last recorded198,119 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Mazda B Series84,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX53 VMC
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2016 198,119 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 192,530 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 192,530 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 188,092 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 27 Sep 2014 188,070 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Dec 2012 185,637 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2011 162,154 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Dec 2011 162,154 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 142,012 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2010 142,012 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Dec 2009 120,739 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2009 120,739 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 8 Dec 2008 103,254 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2008 103,254 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 12 Oct 2007 82,603 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 67,485 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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CX53 VMC is a 2003 Mazda B Series in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2003 Mazda B Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 84,674 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 CX53 VMC, 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 23 years old, this Mazda B Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CX53 VMC registered?

CX53 VMC is a 2003 Mazda B Series, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is CX53 VMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX53 VMC shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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