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FV05 SKU

2005 Mazda B Series

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

239,804 mi
Last recorded239,804 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2016
Typical for 2005 Mazda B Series79,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 SKU
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2016 239,804 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 233,385 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 219,157 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2014 219,157 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2013 192,720 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2012 168,100 miles

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

Fail 2 Jul 2012 168,100 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2011 144,729 miles

hanger/strap broken on exhaust

Pass 1 Jul 2010 118,375 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 91,107 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2009 91,107 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2008 64,163 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2008 64,163 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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FV05 SKU is a 2005 Mazda B Series in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2005 Mazda B Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 79,318 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 FV05 SKU, 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 21 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 FV05 SKU registered?

FV05 SKU is a 2005 Mazda B Series, first registered on 26 July 2005.

Is FV05 SKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV05 SKU shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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