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ML53 OLT

2003 Mazda B Series

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

174,720 mi
Last recorded174,720 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Mazda B Series84,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML53 OLT
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2018 174,720 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 27 Apr 2017 171,495 miles

Front Exhaust hanger broken

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2016 168,244 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2015 164,688 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 164,688 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 159,979 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2013 156,410 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2013 156,410 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 156,076 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 153,001 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 146,474 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 121,923 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2008 121,923 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2007 95,253 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 67,764 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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ML53 OLT is a 2003 Mazda B Series in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 ML53 OLT, 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 ML53 OLT registered?

ML53 OLT is a 2003 Mazda B Series, first registered on 30 October 2003.

Is ML53 OLT safe to buy?

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