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LR03 XFX

2003 Mazda B Series

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

124,163 mi
Last recorded124,163 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Mazda B Series84,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR03 XFX
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2020 124,163 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 265/70/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear light unit lens damaged

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

front bumper corroded

general underbody corroded

Fail 22 Dec 2020 124,162 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 265/70/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear light unit lens damaged

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

front bumper corroded

general underbody corroded

Pass 29 Jun 2019 119,716 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 29 Jun 2019 119,716 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2018 114,088 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 25 May 2018 114,086 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Emissions not tested due to exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Spare wheel insecure in carrier (6.1.5 (b) (i))

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 13 Apr 2017 101,515 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 90,473 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2016 90,473 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Sep 2014 75,462 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

corrosion to underside of vehicle

surface corrosion to front suspention

surface corrosion to fuel lines

Fail 23 Aug 2014 75,199 miles

Centre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

corrosion to underside of vehicle

surface corrosion to front suspention

surface corrosion to fuel lines

Pass 12 Aug 2013 62,455 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 56,312 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 56,302 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 48,776 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 43,598 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 38,324 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 38,302 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 Jul 2008 30,485 miles

1.rear tyres close on limit 1.6mm

Pass 4 Aug 2007 16,351 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 7,447 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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LR03 XFX is a 2003 Mazda B Series in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LR03 XFX, 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.

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What year was LR03 XFX registered?

LR03 XFX is a 2003 Mazda B Series, first registered on 29 April 2003.

Is LR03 XFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR03 XFX shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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