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LV03 HVY

2003 Mazda B Series

Red Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

224,980 mi
Last recorded224,980 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Mazda B Series84,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV03 HVY
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2017 224,980 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 216,255 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2013 199,718 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 180,193 miles

Nearside Rear Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

Fail 9 Jan 2012 180,193 miles

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

Pass 1 Feb 2011 177,529 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 8 Feb 2010 173,860 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2010 173,860 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 168,461 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2008 168,461 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2007 159,554 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 142,045 miles

note:-front brakes 20% out of balance,

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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LV03 HVY is a 2003 Mazda B Series in Red with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LV03 HVY, 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 LV03 HVY registered?

LV03 HVY is a 2003 Mazda B Series, first registered on 13 March 2003.

Is LV03 HVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV03 HVY shows 12 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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