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FA05 KVX

2005 Mazda B Series

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

147,711 mi
Last recorded147,711 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2021
Typical for 2005 Mazda B Series79,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA05 KVX
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2021 147,711 miles

Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced all body mount rubbers perished and corroded (6.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both upper and lower arms both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play on link bar (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing bopth (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all chassis and out riggers for body mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 132,279 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all chassis starting to corrode (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Aug 2020 132,279 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all chassis starting to corrode (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 129,276 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2 front 2rears (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2018 119,253 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

under side has surface corrosion throughout

Fail 8 Aug 2018 119,253 miles

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

under side has surface corrosion throughout

Pass 5 Aug 2017 109,559 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016
Pass 5 Aug 2015 94,468 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 85,975 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 75,651 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 67,251 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 58,618 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 51,134 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 41,633 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 32,133 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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FA05 KVX is a 2005 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 87.5%.

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 FA05 KVX, 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 FA05 KVX registered?

FA05 KVX is a 2005 Mazda B Series, first registered on 31 July 2005.

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