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NK53 ZSZ

2003 Mazda B Series

Silver Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2016
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

151,652 mi
Last recorded151,652 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Mazda B Series84,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK53 ZSZ
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2015 151,652 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

brake pipes (all) corroded

engine oil leak

fuel lines corroded

general corrosion

travel in brake pedal

Fail 30 Jul 2015 151,652 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

brake pipes (all) corroded

engine oil leak

fuel lines corroded

general corrosion

travel in brake pedal

Pass 21 Jul 2014 142,565 miles

under body corrosion and exhaust and steel brake pipes

Fail 19 Jul 2014 142,565 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

outer cv boots perishing

under body corrosion and exhaust and steel brake pipes

Pass 5 Jun 2013 133,662 miles

both front outer cv boots cracking

front brake pipes have corrossion to them

Fail 31 May 2013 133,662 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front outer cv boots cracking

front brake pipes have corrossion to them

Pass 25 May 2012 124,758 miles

exhaust front bracket corroded

Fail 21 May 2012 124,758 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

exhaust front bracket corroded

Pass 3 Mar 2011 116,470 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 116,359 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

cv boots are cracked

front brake pipes are corroded advise replacement

n/s front seat belt is slow to retract

n/s front tyre is worn to 1.6mm and has a nail close to the edge advise tracking

o/s rear tyre is worn to 3mm and has a nail

temporary fuel cap fitted

wear and corrosion on front brake discs

Pass 22 Feb 2010 107,117 miles

Nearside Rear 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 18 Dec 2008 94,052 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2008 94,028 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

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 Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 19 Nov 2007 60,620 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 49,417 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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NK53 ZSZ is a 2003 Mazda B Series in Silver with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 NK53 ZSZ, 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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NK53 ZSZ is a 2003 Mazda B Series, first registered on 10 November 2003.

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