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FY55 LMV

2005 Mazda B Series

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

143,949 mi
Last recorded143,949 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2014
Typical for 2005 Mazda B Series79,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 LMV
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2014 143,949 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 137,214 miles

Offside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 127,186 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

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

Fail 17 Sep 2012 127,180 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2011 115,384 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 104,087 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 97,923 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 97,677 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 79,741 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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FY55 LMV is a 2005 Mazda B Series in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FY55 LMV, 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.

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What year was FY55 LMV registered?

FY55 LMV is a 2005 Mazda B Series, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is FY55 LMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY55 LMV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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