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LV53 HFP

2003 Mazda B Series

Silver Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

145,697 mi
Last recorded145,697 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Mazda B Series84,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 HFP
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2018 145,697 miles

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

Fail 8 Aug 2018 145,694 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure wrap around clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2017 125,682 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 107,963 miles

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

fuel pipes corroded

Fail 6 Aug 2016 107,963 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 7 Jul 2015 96,326 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 6 Jul 2015 96,318 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 92,627 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

both front to rear fuel pipes showing corrosion

oil leak from rear axle (possable pinnion oil seal)

Fail 2 Jul 2014 92,625 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

both front to rear fuel pipes showing corrosion

oil leak from rear axle (possable pinnion oil seal)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 88,504 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2013 88,500 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 86,359 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 76,994 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 30 Mar 2009 66,366 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2008 55,419 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 41,816 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2006 41,816 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 HFP is a 2003 Mazda B Series in Silver with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 LV53 HFP, 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 HFP registered?

LV53 HFP is a 2003 Mazda B Series, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is LV53 HFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV53 HFP shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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