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FV03 UMY

2003 Mazda B Series

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2019
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

132,699 mi
Last recorded132,699 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Mazda B Series84,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV03 UMY
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2018 132,699 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 129,266 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement mounting rubber and washer not fitted (2.4.G.2)

Fail 17 Jul 2017 129,039 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust system not adequately supported several broken mounting brackets. (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement mounting rubber and washer not fitted (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2016 122,708 miles

exhaust bracket broken but system adequately supported.

Fail 8 Aug 2016 122,675 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

exhaust bracket broken but system adequately supported.

Pass 10 Aug 2015 116,587 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2015 116,572 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Aug 2014 111,709 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2014 111,709 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 106,607 miles

Rear diff pinion oil seal weeping!

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Fail 26 Jul 2013 106,607 miles

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

Rear diff pinion oil seal weeping!

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 97,620 miles

Battery insecure, future MOT testable item.

Coolant leak

Exhaust silencer support band broken but system still adequately supported.

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Trailer electrical socket cover missing.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 25 Jun 2012 97,604 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Battery insecure, future MOT testable item.

Coolant leak

Exhaust silencer support band broken but system still adequately supported.

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Trailer electrical socket cover missing.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 89,142 miles

rear exhaust mounting strap rusty, will soon require attention.

rear tyres wearing low

Fail 21 Jun 2011 89,142 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear exhaust mounting strap rusty, will soon require attention.

rear tyres wearing low

Fail 14 Jun 2010 82,236 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

all tyres wearing low

o/s & n/s front brake discs 50% rusty/pitted on inside edges

battery insecure

Pass 14 Jun 2010 82,236 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

all tyres wearing low

o/s & n/s front brake discs 50% rusty/pitted on inside edges

battery insecure

Pass 19 Jun 2009 75,068 miles

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)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 64,847 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 64,847 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 Jun 2007 52,611 miles

power steering box damp

Pass 14 Jun 2006 42,428 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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FV03 UMY is a 2003 Mazda B Series in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 FV03 UMY, 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 FV03 UMY registered?

FV03 UMY is a 2003 Mazda B Series, first registered on 21 June 2003.

Is FV03 UMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV03 UMY shows 22 tests with a 59.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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