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HX03 OEU

2003 Mazda B Series

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2021
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

129,217 mi
Last recorded129,217 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2020
Typical for 2003 Mazda B Series84,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX03 OEU
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2020 129,217 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2020 129,209 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn top ball joint in arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2019 115,134 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 99,952 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2018 99,869 miles

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

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush Both front damper lower bushes (2.7.4)

Pass 25 Jan 2017 84,990 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 82,338 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 74,803 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2013 74,803 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Oil leak

slight play o/s/f steering idler arm ball joint

Pass 2 May 2013 70,551 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 1 May 2012 61,833 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

oil leak

Pass 1 May 2012 61,833 miles

oil leak

Fail 18 May 2011 55,784 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

Pass 18 May 2011 55,784 miles

Oil leak

Pass 6 May 2010 49,247 miles

Oil leak

Fail 6 May 2010 49,247 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Apr 2009 43,476 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 43,476 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 May 2008 36,239 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 30,963 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2007 30,963 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 25,100 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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HX03 OEU is a 2003 Mazda B Series in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 HX03 OEU, 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 HX03 OEU registered?

HX03 OEU is a 2003 Mazda B Series, first registered on 24 April 2003.

Is HX03 OEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX03 OEU shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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