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M426 YWE

2003 Mazda B Series

Green Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

100,990 mi
Last recorded100,990 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2023
Typical for 2003 Mazda B Series84,674 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM426 YWE
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2023 100,990 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Outer offside nearside wheel arches corroded

Rear wiper blade worn

Fail 14 Sep 2023 100,988 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength offside nearside sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Outer offside nearside wheel arches corroded

Rear wiper blade worn

Pass 20 Sep 2022 92,489 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 88,827 miles

Rear offside nearside outer sills suspect body filler

Fail 12 Aug 2021 88,824 miles

Front Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users water leak [anti freeze] (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced offside nearside inner sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))

Rear offside nearside outer sills suspect body filler

Pass 7 Aug 2018 81,531 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 74,082 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 74,082 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 72,703 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2015 71,206 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 71,206 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 68,222 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 65,411 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 62,221 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2012 62,221 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 57,765 miles

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

advise both front tyres worn on edges different sizes front 195/70/15/rear 215/65/15

Fail 8 Jul 2011 57,765 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

advise both front tyres worn on edges different sizes front 195/70/15/rear 215/65/15

Pass 12 Jul 2010 55,887 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 53,438 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 50,233 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 48,512 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 46,722 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2005 44,673 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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M426 YWE is a 2003 Mazda B Series in Green with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 M426 YWE, 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 M426 YWE registered?

M426 YWE is a 2003 Mazda B Series, first registered on 1 August 2003.

Is M426 YWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for M426 YWE shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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