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SH03 VEK

2003 Mazda B Series

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

142,116 mi
Last recorded142,116 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Mazda B Series84,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH03 VEK
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2017 142,116 miles

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

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 139,718 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 138,596 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 138,580 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 136,707 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 131,348 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 107,953 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2011 93,418 miles

Battery insecure

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2010 86,411 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 86,411 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 29 May 2009 80,045 miles

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

Fail 28 May 2009 80,045 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 25 Apr 2008 72,379 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Apr 2008 72,379 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2007
Pass 14 Apr 2006 49,528 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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SH03 VEK is a 2003 Mazda B Series in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SH03 VEK, 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 SH03 VEK registered?

SH03 VEK is a 2003 Mazda B Series, first registered on 29 April 2003.

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