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FG53 TJU

2003 Mazda B Series

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2023
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

149,742 mi
Last recorded149,742 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2022
Typical for 2003 Mazda B Series84,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG53 TJU
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2022 149,742 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 143,606 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2021 143,503 miles

Fuel tank insecure cross member at rear of tank (6.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis at front of rear spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Body mounting fixings insecure tub inner arch (6.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Body insecure to the extent that stability is seriously impaired (6.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Body insecure to the extent that stability is seriously impaired at rear of wheel (6.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Body insecure to the extent that stability is seriously impaired (6.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Body insecure to the extent that stability is seriously impaired at rear of front wheel (6.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Towbar with an unsafe modification to primary components (6.1.6 (g) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced full chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 139,722 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 135,140 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 12 Mar 2019 135,115 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 131,321 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 127,774 miles

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

inner sills corroded but not considered excessive

Pass 8 Mar 2016 122,563 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 107,834 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 7 Feb 2014 97,231 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside front brake binding slightly

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

Pass 20 Feb 2013 92,856 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Fail 18 Feb 2013 92,856 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Pass 13 Feb 2012 85,382 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2012 85,382 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Pass 15 Feb 2011 75,936 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 63,105 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2010 63,105 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Pass 12 Jan 2009 51,806 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 30 Oct 2007 39,586 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2007 39,568 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2006 26,879 miles

tyres getting low

Fail 24 Oct 2006 26,879 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

tyres getting low

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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FG53 TJU is a 2003 Mazda B Series in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 FG53 TJU, 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 FG53 TJU registered?

FG53 TJU is a 2003 Mazda B Series, first registered on 31 October 2003.

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