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NL52 VXT

2002 Mazda B Series

Silver Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

227,057 mi
Last recorded227,057 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2012
Typical for 2002 Mazda B Series88,277 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL52 VXT
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2012 227,057 miles

Chassis corroded

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 9 Mar 2012 227,057 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Chassis corroded

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 198,408 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

n/s front b/disc inner face slightly pitted

Fail 24 Mar 2011 198,408 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

n/s front b/disc inner face slightly pitted

Pass 8 Apr 2010 185,182 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 167,118 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 138,593 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2008 138,563 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2007 106,979 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2007 105,714 miles

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

Nearside Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Oct 2005 69,656 miles

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

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

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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NL52 VXT is a 2002 Mazda B Series in Silver with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 NL52 VXT, 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.

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What year was NL52 VXT registered?

NL52 VXT is a 2002 Mazda B Series, first registered on 1 September 2002.

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