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FM52 BHU

2003 Mazda B Series

Silver Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2017
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

146,691 mi
Last recorded146,691 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Mazda B Series84,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM52 BHU
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2016 146,691 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 8 Oct 2016 146,691 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Rear Trailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 136,618 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Mar 2015 136,618 miles

Towbar component insecure (6.6.1)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 125,674 miles

Exhaust mounting bracket corroded and weak

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Slight bind on offside front brake

Fail 31 Mar 2014 125,672 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Exhaust mounting bracket corroded and weak

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Slight bind on offside front brake

Pass 15 Feb 2013 117,196 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2012 112,791 miles

both offside brake pipes corroded

offside front tyre perished and wearing low on inner edge

offside rear tyre perished

Pass 28 Feb 2011 163,394 miles

front anti roll bar link bushes perished

slight play in steering idler

Pass 31 Mar 2010 94,419 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 31 Mar 2010 94,419 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Feb 2009 82,469 miles

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

slight oil leak from ns inner cv boot

Fail 19 Feb 2008 67,166 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Pass 19 Feb 2008 67,166 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 49,317 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 Feb 2006 40,715 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 11 Jan 2006 40,268 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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FM52 BHU is a 2003 Mazda B Series in Silver with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 FM52 BHU, 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 FM52 BHU registered?

FM52 BHU is a 2003 Mazda B Series, first registered on 17 January 2003.

Is FM52 BHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM52 BHU shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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