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FL53 EAO

2003 Mazda B Series

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

170,447 mi
Last recorded170,447 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Mazda B Series84,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 EAO
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 170,447 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 12 Aug 2024 169,940 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 168,823 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective Silencer box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2022 167,825 miles

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL 4 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 166,099 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 165,110 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 163,226 miles

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

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

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

Fail 30 May 2019 163,197 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Pass 29 May 2018 159,991 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 158,518 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 31 May 2016 153,947 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2015 144,594 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 134,980 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 125,220 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 111,653 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 May 2011 97,863 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 81,293 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 67,972 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 54,757 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 29,737 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 EAO is a 2003 Mazda B Series in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 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 FL53 EAO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FL53 EAO registered?

FL53 EAO is a 2003 Mazda B Series, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is FL53 EAO safe to buy?

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