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OV03 UVU

2003 Mazda B Series

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

126,427 mi
Last recorded126,427 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda B Series84,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV03 UVU
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 126,427 miles

Lower Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 121,083 miles

Lower Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 25 Apr 2024 115,890 miles

Lower Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Apr 2023 112,977 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 109,965 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both slight (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear lense damaged

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively all (1.2.1 (e))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 105,974 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 103,097 miles

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 99,638 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp insecure (4.5.1 (c) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Feb 2019 99,637 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp insecure (4.5.1 (c) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 95,596 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 93,397 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2016 90,554 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 87,283 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2014 83,639 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2013 80,027 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 73,894 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2012 73,893 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 66,110 miles

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2010 58,941 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2010 58,941 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2009 54,080 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 48,197 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2006 48,143 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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OV03 UVU is a 2003 Mazda B Series in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 OV03 UVU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OV03 UVU registered?

OV03 UVU is a 2003 Mazda B Series, first registered on 26 June 2003.

Is OV03 UVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV03 UVU shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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