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RX03 BCU

2003 Mazda B Series

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

134,168 mi
Last recorded134,168 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Mazda B Series84,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX03 BCU
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2016 134,168 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint all (2.4.G.2)

underside dirty

Pass 7 Jun 2015 127,235 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

damage to n/s/f

underside dirty

Pass 29 May 2014 117,157 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 27 May 2014 117,157 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 31 May 2013 105,633 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 105,633 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 May 2012 93,186 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2011 78,209 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 8 Jun 2011 78,199 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 70,875 miles

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

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

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

Fail 1 Jun 2009 65,627 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 65,627 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 58,056 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 47,554 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 47,551 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 3 May 2006 42,262 miles

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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RX03 BCU is a 2003 Mazda B Series in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 RX03 BCU, 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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What year was RX03 BCU registered?

RX03 BCU is a 2003 Mazda B Series, first registered on 12 May 2003.

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