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DV05 VZO

2005 Mazda B Series

Grey Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2025
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

55,019 mi
Last recorded55,019 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mazda B Series79,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV05 VZO
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Fail 19 Nov 2025 55,019 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Steering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping (2.1.1 (e) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 52,865 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger/body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2023 50,239 miles

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 49,023 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 48,575 miles

Exhaust mounting defective bolt missing on centre joint (6.1.2 (a))

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 23 Nov 2021 48,574 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Exhaust mounting defective bolt missing on centre joint (6.1.2 (a))

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 47,622 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 20 Oct 2020 47,567 miles

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

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill croded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security front panel (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 21 May 2019 46,036 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 44,292 miles
Fail 23 May 2018 44,292 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 May 2017 41,155 miles
Fail 10 May 2017 41,155 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear outer brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded load sensor to rear hose (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded main front to rear inner pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded pipe to n/s rear hub (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 19 May 2016 38,482 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid pipe/bolt broken (7.1.2)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Offside Front brake binding

Pass 19 May 2015 36,397 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 34,801 miles

Slight cracking in tread pattern o/s/r tyre

Pass 16 May 2013 31,178 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 25,602 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 24,567 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 22,716 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 21,579 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 16,595 miles
Fail 28 May 2008 16,595 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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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DV05 VZO is a 2005 Mazda B Series in Grey with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2005 Mazda B Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 79,318 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 DV05 VZO, 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 21 years old, this Mazda B Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DV05 VZO registered?

DV05 VZO is a 2005 Mazda B Series, first registered on 26 May 2005.

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