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LX52 PAO

2002 Mazda B Series

Silver Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

71,005 mi
Last recorded71,005 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda B Series88,277 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX52 PAO
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 71,005 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play idler ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear tail light lens damaged

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play steering box ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at load valve (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 18 Sep 2025 71,005 miles

Nearside Rear tail light lens damaged

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play idler ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play steering box ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at load valve (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 69,883 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play idler to steering box (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear lamp lens damage but not affecting light

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Sep 2024 69,883 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play idler to steering box (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear lamp lens damage but not affecting light

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 69,072 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 68,290 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 67,501 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 66,560 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2019 65,609 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 64,173 miles

Nearside Rear lamp is damaged

Pass 19 Sep 2017 63,209 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 62,051 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2016 62,051 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Rear Braking system leaking brake load valve (3.6.A.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 60,466 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 57,729 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 51,876 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 45,586 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 25 Sep 2012 45,586 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)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 40,373 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2011 40,373 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 35,289 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2010 35,288 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2009 30,309 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 25,020 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 21,449 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 17,998 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 14,105 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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LX52 PAO is a 2002 Mazda B Series in Silver with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2002 Mazda B Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 88,277 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 LX52 PAO, 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 24 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 LX52 PAO registered?

LX52 PAO is a 2002 Mazda B Series, first registered on 20 September 2002.

Is LX52 PAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX52 PAO shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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