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MD55 XSH

2006 Mazda B Series

Black Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2023
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

139,260 mi
Last recorded139,260 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2022
Typical for 2006 Mazda B Series76,024 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD55 XSH
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2022 139,260 miles

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

Front Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Feb 2022 139,255 miles

Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both front floor pans to bulkhead holed from corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wing holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Front Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 133,147 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both footwells behind front wheels starting to corrode (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2020 128,872 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2020 128,828 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt no clip (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached drop link (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Feb 2019 123,553 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 120,806 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2018 120,798 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported x 2 supports (7.1.1)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Feb 2017 116,752 miles

wiper loose but still clearing screen

Pass 25 Feb 2016 111,252 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2016 111,244 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Feb 2015 103,091 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

both rear tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 11 Feb 2015 103,091 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

both rear tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 2 Dec 2013 91,602 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2013 91,602 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2012 66,339 miles

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Pass 14 Mar 2011 50,176 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 38,943 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 25,184 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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MD55 XSH is a 2006 Mazda B Series in Black with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2006 Mazda B Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 76,024 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 MD55 XSH, 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 20 years old, this Mazda B Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MD55 XSH registered?

MD55 XSH is a 2006 Mazda B Series, first registered on 24 January 2006.

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