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GJ03 XEC

2003 Mazda B Series

Red Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

140,835 mi
Last recorded140,835 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Mazda B Series84,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ03 XEC
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 140,835 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 140,490 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 131,896 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 120,104 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 115,321 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 109,507 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2020 109,507 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2019 101,650 miles
Fail 7 May 2019 101,640 miles

Nearside 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 Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 May 2018 93,011 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 91,284 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2017 91,284 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded rear of front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Towbar component excessively corroded (6.6.1)

Pass 28 Nov 2016 86,812 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 81,843 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2015 81,843 miles

Brake load sensing valve defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

Pass 11 Nov 2014 76,425 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

nearside & offside rear tyres wearing uneven

Pass 11 Nov 2013 71,351 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2013 71,351 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2012 67,482 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Nov 2011 61,844 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2010 56,574 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2010 56,574 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2009 50,274 miles

o/s rear tyre tread cut out on inside of tread pattern

o/s suspension slightly low

rear exhaust box mounting bracket slightly deterioated

Pass 2 Dec 2008 44,202 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2008 42,357 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 31,651 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 24,722 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 24,722 miles

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

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

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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GJ03 XEC is a 2003 Mazda B Series in Red with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 GJ03 XEC, 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 GJ03 XEC registered?

GJ03 XEC is a 2003 Mazda B Series, first registered on 29 March 2003.

Is GJ03 XEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ03 XEC shows 28 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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