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OV02 JVU

2002 Mazda B Series

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

123,411 mi
Last recorded123,411 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda B Series88,277 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV02 JVU
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 123,411 miles

Central Fuel Pipe/s corroded coated up with underbody ()

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff seeping slightly (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2024 120,723 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 110,978 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2023 110,977 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play STEERING IDELER (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt CLIP BROKEN (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play PITMAN ARM (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective BOTH (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear LIGHT UNIT DAMAGED BUT NOT AFFECTING LIGHT OUTPUT

Pass 30 Aug 2022 101,421 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2022 101,375 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2021 93,561 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 2 Jul 2021 93,378 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear compensator (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across axle (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2020 80,517 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 69,770 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2019 69,760 miles

Offside Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 54,159 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 42,537 miles

both rear tyres worn close to legal limit

Pass 14 Jul 2016 41,580 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 39,368 miles

front brake pads wearing thin

front grill/safety bar corroded where it bolts to chassis

nearside rear tyre tread worn

offside rear tyre tread worn

slight play in offside front wheel bearing

Pass 2 Jul 2014 34,845 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2013 32,709 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2013 32,709 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 31,070 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 29,467 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 27,029 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 24,904 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 21,722 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 19,137 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 16,705 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2006 16,663 miles

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

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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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OV02 JVU is a 2002 Mazda B Series in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 OV02 JVU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OV02 JVU registered?

OV02 JVU is a 2002 Mazda B Series, first registered on 24 May 2002.

Is OV02 JVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV02 JVU shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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