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GL55 VEA

2006 Mazda B Series

Black Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

85,709 mi
Last recorded85,709 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Mazda B Series76,024 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL55 VEA
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 85,709 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2026 85,709 miles

Nearside Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Steering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering box fitted) steering idler (2.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Steering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering box fitted) pit man arm (2.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Apr 2025 83,164 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2025 83,164 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2024 80,336 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2024 80,315 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Apr 2023 77,511 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 76,372 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2022 76,349 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 6 Apr 2021 75,339 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2020 71,493 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2020 71,493 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 69,965 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 65,554 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 52,505 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 44,099 miles
Fail 5 May 2016 44,099 miles

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 7 May 2015 36,327 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 30,800 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 26,086 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 16,864 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 15,818 miles

nearside rear tyre cut in sidewall

Pass 1 Feb 2010 13,913 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 10,336 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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GL55 VEA is a 2006 Mazda B Series in Black with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 GL55 VEA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GL55 VEA registered?

GL55 VEA is a 2006 Mazda B Series, first registered on 31 January 2006.

Is GL55 VEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL55 VEA shows 24 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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