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FM03 GZE

2003 Mazda B Series

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

148,772 mi
Last recorded148,772 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda B Series84,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM03 GZE
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 148,772 miles

Central Front cross member corroded

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

car covered in under seal under car

Fail 27 Feb 2026 148,675 miles

Central Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut from edge greater than 2mm (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut from edge greater than 2mm (7.1.2 (b))

Central Front cross member corroded

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

car covered in under seal under car

Pass 7 Mar 2025 146,743 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 144,580 miles

All brake pipes to rear valve corroded

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 142,630 miles

under car been under sealed

Pass 25 Feb 2022 140,579 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 137,852 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive undersealed under vehicle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 135,117 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 132,810 miles

n/s rear light slight white

Pass 23 Mar 2018 130,028 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 123,317 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 123,399 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front (3.5.1g)

o/s front brake binding slightly

oil leak

Pass 20 Mar 2015 119,162 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Fail 20 Mar 2015 119,162 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 18 Mar 2014 109,425 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Spare tyre defective

offside doors damaged

Fail 18 Mar 2014 109,425 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Spare tyre defective

offside doors damaged

Pass 8 Jul 2013 103,471 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 93,591 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2012 93,591 miles

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 84,097 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 72,622 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2009 59,142 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 47,478 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 36,189 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 25,194 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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FM03 GZE is a 2003 Mazda B Series in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 FM03 GZE, 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 FM03 GZE registered?

FM03 GZE is a 2003 Mazda B Series, first registered on 16 July 2003.

Is FM03 GZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM03 GZE 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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