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PX03 RBU

2003 Mazda B Series

Red Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2023
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

96,222 mi
Last recorded96,222 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda B Series84,674 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX03 RBU
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Fail 18 Mar 2026 96,222 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Fuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative bracket on rear axle broken (1.1.17 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside centre body to chassie mountain corrodd

noise from offside rear wheel when rotated

Fail 15 Jan 2024 96,208 miles

Central Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Sep 2022 94,934 miles

body mounts and radiator support corroding

heavily undersealed

Pass 10 Nov 2021 91,643 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2021 91,643 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired arm seized (1.1.17 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety diesel leak from tank (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

headlight lenses tarnished

Pass 10 Nov 2020 81,846 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2020 81,846 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure mounting insecure secured by wire (6.1.2 (a))

Central Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced fuel tank mountings (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Oct 2019 71,857 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 63,380 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective silencer supported by wire (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 29 Oct 2018 63,380 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Central Exhaust mounting defective silencer supported by wire (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 3 Oct 2017 54,376 miles

Offside Front brake back plate corroded

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

vehicle heavily welded

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Inner sills corroded

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

whole of chassis corroded and thin in places

whole of chassis corroded and thin in places

Fail 21 Sep 2017 54,376 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis member inside and out (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front spring hanger /thin (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front spring hanger /thin (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis split going front to rear in middle (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded cross member (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front spring hanger /thin (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis member (6.6.6)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Inner sills corroded

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front brake back plate corroded

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

whole of chassis corroded and thin in places

whole of chassis corroded and thin in places

Pass 15 Aug 2016 48,367 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 41,020 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 8 Aug 2014 39,524 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 37,599 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 37,596 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 34,828 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 32,956 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 30,018 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 26,903 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 22,681 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 17,166 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 16,614 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2006 16,614 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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)

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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PX03 RBU is a 2003 Mazda B Series in Red with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 PX03 RBU, 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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PX03 RBU is a 2003 Mazda B Series, first registered on 28 March 2003.

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