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EX05 DGU

2005 Mazda B Series

Silver Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

128,615 mi
Last recorded128,615 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 Mazda B Series79,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX05 DGU
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2019 128,615 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2019 128,342 miles

Windscreen in an unacceptable condition Cracked. (3.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Intermediate drop arm likely to become detached Steering idler ball joint worn. (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff housing. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 116,431 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear Towbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2017 108,651 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit All (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 99,069 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides (3.6.B.4e)

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing front and rear dust covers corroded (2.7.2a)

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

advise exhaust mounts modified currently secure

advise underbody/chassis and components corroding

Fail 18 Mar 2016 99,027 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported mounting brackets broken/rusted (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides (3.6.B.4e)

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing front and rear dust covers corroded (2.7.2a)

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

advise underbody/chassis and components corroding

Pass 30 Mar 2015 91,082 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

advise underbody and components corroding

Fail 26 Mar 2015 91,040 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

advise underbody and components corroding

Fail 3 Mar 2014 83,955 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

Pass 3 Mar 2014 83,955 miles

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

Pass 20 Mar 2013 77,558 miles

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

Fail 20 Mar 2013 77,558 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

Pass 23 Mar 2012 69,751 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 61,779 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 52,952 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 44,319 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 35,680 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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EX05 DGU is a 2005 Mazda B Series in Silver with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 EX05 DGU, 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 EX05 DGU registered?

EX05 DGU is a 2005 Mazda B Series, first registered on 28 March 2005.

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