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LV53 FBB

2003 Mazda B Series

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

128,673 mi
Last recorded128,673 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Mazda B Series84,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 FBB
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 128,673 miles

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

Fail 4 Aug 2025 128,635 miles

Nearside Front Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced BODY MOUNTING POINT (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced BODY MOUNTING POINT AND OUTER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 3 Jul 2024 123,947 miles

Front slight play in steering joints

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Rear rear chassis corroded slightly

Pass 4 Aug 2023 121,384 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2022 118,156 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2022 118,156 miles

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

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 114,430 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside 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 x 3 (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Aug 2021 114,430 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside 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 x 3 (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 111,244 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 107,204 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 93,230 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2018 93,225 miles

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Oct 2017 86,062 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to l s valve (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 84,859 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 83,763 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2015 83,763 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 9 Oct 2014 82,419 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2013 81,339 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 78,635 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2011 76,399 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 74,872 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 73,731 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Oct 2008 70,143 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 61,569 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 44,834 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 21 Sep 2006 44,834 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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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LV53 FBB is a 2003 Mazda B Series in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LV53 FBB, 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 LV53 FBB registered?

LV53 FBB is a 2003 Mazda B Series, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is LV53 FBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV53 FBB shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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