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SB03 XNU

2003 Mazda B Series

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

95,911 mi
Last recorded95,911 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Mazda B Series84,674 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB03 XNU
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 95,911 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides clouded (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

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

Offside Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear ()

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

Vehicle underside heavily coated in wax oil product

Pass 13 Aug 2024 86,076 miles

Vehicle underside coated in wax oil product.

Pass 14 Aug 2023 76,180 miles

slight corrsion underneath

Pass 10 Aug 2022 66,763 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 55,944 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 16 Aug 2021 55,944 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 43,098 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 42,876 miles

Tailgate not fitted at time of test

Pass 1 May 2018 42,258 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 41,540 miles

Exhaust rear silencer hanger has temp repair

Offside Rear Light cluster lens cracked

Rear tailgate not fitted at time of test

Registration plate light dull

Fail 26 Apr 2017 41,533 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Exhaust rear silencer hanger has temp repair

Offside Rear Light cluster lens cracked

Rear tailgate not fitted at time of test

Registration plate light dull

Pass 4 May 2016 40,018 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 38,959 miles

middle exhaust bkt deterating

Pass 6 May 2014 37,757 miles

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

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

Pass 9 May 2013 36,392 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 May 2012 34,643 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 34,252 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 32,431 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 30,965 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 30,965 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Sep 2007 28,997 miles

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

front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 23 Aug 2006 27,651 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2006 27,651 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

rear tyres 2mm

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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SB03 XNU 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 SB03 XNU, 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 SB03 XNU registered?

SB03 XNU is a 2003 Mazda B Series, first registered on 24 June 2003.

Is SB03 XNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB03 XNU 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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