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GJ06 VXB

2006 Mazda B Series

Grey Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2023
Tests26 (15 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate57.7%

Mileage

104,704 mi
Last recorded104,704 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2022
Typical for 2006 Mazda B Series76,024 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ06 VXB
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 11 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2022 104,704 miles

Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

floor pan heavily corroded

Pass 3 Dec 2021 103,278 miles

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member under radiator (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated outer gaiter perished (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated outer gaiter slight leak (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Lower Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively centre joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 3 Dec 2021 103,277 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member under radiator (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated outer gaiter perished (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated outer gaiter slight leak (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Lower Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))

Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively centre joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 101,796 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both n/s and o/s (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Steering idler arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated retaining clips have broken and fallen off (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front interior door catch deteriorated but still functions correctly

Fail 2 Dec 2020 101,796 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both n/s and o/s (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Steering idler arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated retaining clips have broken and fallen off (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front interior door catch deteriorated but still functions correctly

Rear fog lamp likely to become detached Hanging lose on wiring (4.5.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2019 81,733 miles

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

Nearside Front interior door catch deteriorated but still functions correctly

Fail 17 Dec 2019 81,731 miles

Headlamp lens seriously defective N/S and O/S cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front interior door catch deteriorated but still functions correctly

Pass 3 Jan 2019 80,225 miles

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective Nearside and Offside Cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Inner Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Windscreen wiper blade defective Nearside & Offside (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Jan 2019 80,225 miles

Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted Nearside & Offside Corners of bumper corroded (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective Nearside and Offside Cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Inner Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Windscreen wiper blade defective Nearside & Offside (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2018 78,367 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion Front cross member (6.1.B.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 3 Jan 2018 78,365 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Front Body has slight corrosion Front cross member (6.1.B.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Spare tyre defective Flat ()

Pass 20 Dec 2016 75,043 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 13 Dec 2016 74,909 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage bumper bracket (6.1.C.1)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2015 70,106 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2015 70,106 miles

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 24 Dec 2014 64,841 miles

offside and nearside steering idlers has slight wear

Fail 23 Dec 2014 64,839 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside and nearside steering idlers has slight wear

Pass 6 Jan 2014 59,620 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2014 59,620 miles

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Jan 2013 56,025 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 54,101 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2012 54,101 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 47,155 miles

all tyres starting to perish

Pass 16 Aug 2010 42,120 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 35,426 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2009 35,426 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Rear Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

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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GJ06 VXB is a 2006 Mazda B Series in Grey with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.7%.

Across all 2006 Mazda B Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 76,024 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 GJ06 VXB, 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 20 years old, this Mazda B Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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GJ06 VXB is a 2006 Mazda B Series, first registered on 28 April 2006.

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