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FL52 XLV

2002 Mazda B Series

Red Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

245,258 mi
Last recorded245,258 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda B Series88,277 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL52 XLV
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 245,258 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2025 243,086 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced Stop-tail lamps (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Repair carried out to front body mounts making inspection difficult.

Underside of vehicle heavily coated in underseal making inspection difficult in some areas.

Pass 12 Mar 2024 239,858 miles

Both stop/tail lights slightly discoloured

Pass 30 Mar 2023 236,269 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 230,945 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2021 226,342 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 223,710 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 216,935 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Mar 2018 208,570 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 199,722 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 189,063 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 176,189 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 163,802 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2013 150,918 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 7 Feb 2012 136,288 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 11 Feb 2011 124,834 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2011 124,834 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Feb 2010 119,803 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2010 119,803 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

oil or diesel leak around engine

Pass 9 Feb 2009 113,789 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2009 113,789 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 107,176 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 106,583 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 73,108 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 73,104 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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FL52 XLV is a 2002 Mazda B Series in Red with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 2002 Mazda B Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 88,277 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 FL52 XLV, 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 24 years old, this Mazda B Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FL52 XLV registered?

FL52 XLV is a 2002 Mazda B Series, first registered on 30 October 2002.

Is FL52 XLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL52 XLV shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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