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HW52 JLU

2003 Mazda B Series

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

145,408 mi
Last recorded145,408 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2023
Typical for 2003 Mazda B Series84,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW52 JLU
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2023 145,408 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security complete chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 14 Apr 2023 145,339 miles

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security complete chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 134,633 miles

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 125,841 miles

Central Rear Upper Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2019 117,133 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear chassis cross brace corroded

surface corrosion to the underside

Pass 30 Jul 2018 109,225 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both front, outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 101,722 miles

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2016 94,575 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 86,146 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 79,521 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 72,867 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2012 67,513 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 61,535 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

outer cv gaiters perished

Pass 24 Jul 2010 55,894 miles

nearside front cv gaiter deteriorated

offside front cv gaiter deteriorated

Pass 20 Jul 2009 49,658 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 39,111 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 28,254 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 20,160 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2006 20,160 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

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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HW52 JLU is a 2003 Mazda B Series in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 HW52 JLU, 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 HW52 JLU registered?

HW52 JLU is a 2003 Mazda B Series, first registered on 24 January 2003.

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