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FL53 ACF

2003 Mazda B Series

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests29 (20 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate69%

Mileage

132,601 mi
Last recorded132,601 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda B Series84,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 ACF
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 9 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 132,601 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Apr 2026 132,595 miles

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2025 131,316 miles

Both rear leaf springs corroded

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Surface corrosion both front archs/rear tub

Underside undersealed

Fail 26 Nov 2024 131,309 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit plate limit 0.90 failed 3.01 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner/body mounting area and inner door shut area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective on silencer (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 1 Dec 2023 129,799 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Nov 2023 129,790 miles

Offside Front Inner Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded FLOOR (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Rear Spare wheel insecure in carrier (6.1.5 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2022 127,615 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Corrosion around body mounts (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 24 Nov 2022 127,609 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit Limit 0.9 , measured mean 5.98 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Corrosion around body mounts (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 126,391 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2020 124,883 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2020 124,883 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

excessive bearing noise from final drive

Pass 15 Oct 2019 123,200 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2019 123,200 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded at limiter (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 121,575 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 119,778 miles

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

middle exhaust bracket broke

Pass 6 Oct 2016 117,279 miles

middle exhaust bracket broke but still supported

Pass 15 Oct 2015 114,384 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 111,256 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 108,296 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Oct 2012 105,630 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2012 105,630 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2011 98,559 miles

both main front to rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Fail 13 Oct 2011 98,546 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

both main front to rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 18 Oct 2010 91,067 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2010 91,064 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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

Pass 13 Oct 2009 80,606 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

front number plate backing coming off

Pass 17 Oct 2008 69,835 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2007 57,695 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 46,909 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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FL53 ACF is a 2003 Mazda B Series in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69%.

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 FL53 ACF, 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 FL53 ACF registered?

FL53 ACF is a 2003 Mazda B Series, first registered on 29 September 2003.

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