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NU55 OBL

2005 Mazda B Series

Silver Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

137,893 mi
Last recorded137,893 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Mazda B Series79,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU55 OBL
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2017 137,893 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak ()

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2015 11,996 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 112,568 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2013 89,763 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2012 73,195 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 8 Sep 2012 73,195 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 May 2011 63,718 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 58,630 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 51,913 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 51,913 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 34,981 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2008 34,981 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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NU55 OBL is a 2005 Mazda B Series in Silver with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Mazda B Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 79,318 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 NU55 OBL, 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 21 years old, this Mazda B Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was NU55 OBL registered?

NU55 OBL is a 2005 Mazda B Series, first registered on 26 September 2005.

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