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FA03 HLD

2003 Mazda B Series

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2019
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

90,520 mi
Last recorded90,520 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Mazda B Series84,674 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA03 HLD
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2018 90,520 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced over front and rear suspension componentsand mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Nov 2018 90,520 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rears at front and at fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced over front and rear suspension componentsand mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 85,002 miles

Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 12 Oct 2016 79,008 miles

Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush n/s and o/s (2.7.4)

all brake pipes hoses and components heavily undersealed

Pass 6 Nov 2015 73,468 miles

chassis heavily undersealed

Pass 24 Oct 2014 64,211 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2014 64,209 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 Oct 2013 55,898 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2013 55,898 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Oct 2012 48,376 miles

centre exhaust silencer bracket corroded and broken but not leaving system insecure

front to rear brake pipes starting to corrode

front to rear fuel pipes starting to corrode

offside rear brake pipe starting to corrode

Fail 22 Oct 2012 48,376 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

centre exhaust silencer bracket corroded and broken but not leaving system insecure

front to rear brake pipes starting to corrode

front to rear fuel pipes starting to corrode

offside rear brake pipe starting to corrode

Pass 24 Oct 2011 46,450 miles

centre exhaust bracket broken

exhaust system showing signs of corrosion

Fail 21 Oct 2011 46,450 miles

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

centre exhaust bracket broken

exhaust system showing signs of corrosion

Pass 19 Oct 2010 44,282 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2010 44,269 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2009 41,963 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 39,498 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2008 39,498 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Sep 2006 36,917 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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FA03 HLD is a 2003 Mazda B Series in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 FA03 HLD, 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 FA03 HLD registered?

FA03 HLD is a 2003 Mazda B Series, first registered on 18 July 2003.

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