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FM53 EXO

2003 Mazda B Series

Silver Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2020
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

109,184 mi
Last recorded109,184 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Mazda B Series84,674 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM53 EXO
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2019 109,184 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jan 2019 109,171 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2018 105,184 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

o/s/r lamp cover damaged

Pass 9 Jan 2017 104,181 miles

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

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

exhaust center mount corroded

fuel pipes corroded

Fail 6 Jan 2017 104,165 miles

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush offside and nearside front (2.7.4)

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

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

exhaust center mount corroded

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 8 Jan 2016 103,362 miles

general corrosion to underbody of vehicle

Fail 8 Jan 2016 103,362 miles

front brake binding offside and nearside (3.7.B.1)

general corrosion to underbody of vehicle

Pass 5 Nov 2014 102,585 miles

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 4 Oct 2013 100,708 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2013 99,641 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 97,413 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 93,809 miles

o/s/seatbelt starting to get slow to return

Fail 2 Nov 2010 93,809 miles

Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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

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

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

o/s/seatbelt starting to get slow to return

Pass 12 Nov 2009 82,520 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2009 82,520 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

judder front o/s brake

rear brakes appear to lock early. noted on road test

wiper blade poor o/s

Pass 10 Nov 2008 66,621 miles

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

Fail 10 Nov 2008 66,610 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2007 56,370 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2007 56,370 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 19 Dec 2006 46,994 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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FM53 EXO is a 2003 Mazda B Series in Silver with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 FM53 EXO, 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

How do I check the history of FM53 EXO?

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What year was FM53 EXO registered?

FM53 EXO is a 2003 Mazda B Series, first registered on 29 December 2003.

Is FM53 EXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM53 EXO shows 20 tests with a 65% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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