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FY54 XBU

2004 Mazda B Series

Silver Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2019
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

152,119 mi
Last recorded152,119 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2018
Typical for 2004 Mazda B Series81,803 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY54 XBU
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2018 152,119 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 146,806 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2017 146,806 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 140,835 miles

Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal lower steering box seal (2.3.3b)

Fail 9 Jun 2016 140,835 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal lower steering box seal (2.3.3b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Fail 22 Jun 2015 134,365 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 134,365 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 122,275 miles

O/S/Front tyre very close to legal limit

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Steering box weaping

Pass 1 Jul 2013 112,264 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Jun 2013 112,263 miles

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

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

Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2012 93,561 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 72,875 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 72,875 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 55,132 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2010 55,132 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 23 Jun 2009 43,106 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 43,106 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 30,496 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 25 Jun 2008 30,496 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 May 2007 24,190 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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FY54 XBU is a 2004 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 60%.

Across all 2004 Mazda B Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 81,803 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 FY54 XBU, 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 22 years old, this Mazda B Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FY54 XBU registered?

FY54 XBU is a 2004 Mazda B Series, first registered on 28 October 2004.

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