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FM52 YXX

2003 Mazda B Series

Silver Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2018
Tests24 (12 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

148,789 mi
Last recorded148,789 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Mazda B Series84,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 12 fail
Fail 9 Nov 2018 148,789 miles

Body mounting fixings insecure pic up but both sides (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened wishbone (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced all body mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced fuel tank mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis in several places (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis both sides (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering top shock mounts both sides (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 25 Sep 2018 148,738 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

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

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Body mounting fixings insecure cab (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Body mounting fixings insecure cab (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened shock absorber & chassis (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 143,927 miles

vehicle has been heavily undersealed on repairs but structure appears sound at present

Fail 20 Sep 2017 143,803 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 138,922 miles

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

Fail 12 Sep 2016 138,919 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis front of rear spring (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis front of rear spring (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded centre chassis by torsion bar (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis rear of rear spring (2.4.A.3)

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

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

Nearside centre chassis holed & rusted

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2015 132,360 miles

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

Fail 9 Oct 2015 132,360 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2014 123,484 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2014 123,480 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Leaf spring cracked (2.4.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Fail 10 Sep 2013 114,333 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2013 114,333 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 107,137 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2012 106,946 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2011 96,866 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 87,293 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2009 76,685 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2009 76,685 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 67,484 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 67,484 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2007 58,436 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 47,777 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2006 47,777 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Spare tyre defective

n/s head lamp adjuster broken †206x16c

Fail 11 Mar 2006 43,914 miles

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

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

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

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 YXX is a 2003 Mazda B Series in Silver with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 FM52 YXX, 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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FM52 YXX is a 2003 Mazda B Series, first registered on 31 January 2003.

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