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SW03 TWL

2003 Mazda B Series

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2018
Tests20 (11 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate55%

Mileage

70,872 mi
Last recorded70,872 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Mazda B Series84,674 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW03 TWL
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 9 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2017 70,872 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread over sprayed with paint (6.3.1d)

chassis flaking with corrosion . Extensive welded patches

Fail 28 Feb 2017 70,870 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread over sprayed with paint (6.3.1d)

chassis flaking with corrosion . Extensive welded patches

Pass 3 Feb 2016 69,146 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 68,661 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2015 68,661 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 66,257 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 63,407 miles

7 pin towbar socket inscure

Fail 27 Nov 2012 63,407 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Towbar component excessively damaged (6.6.1)

7 pin towbar socket inscure

Pass 8 Nov 2011 60,212 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2011 60,212 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Oct 2010 56,308 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 56,308 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Towbar component excessively corroded (6.6.1)

Pass 21 Sep 2009 51,156 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 9 Sep 2009 51,000 miles

Centre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 17 Sep 2008 45,309 miles

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

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

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

Fail 17 Sep 2008 45,309 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

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

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2007 39,369 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2007 39,369 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Towbar wiring damaged

Pass 31 Jul 2006 30,788 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2006 30,788 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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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SW03 TWL is a 2003 Mazda B Series in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55%.

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 SW03 TWL, 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 SW03 TWL registered?

SW03 TWL is a 2003 Mazda B Series, first registered on 31 July 2003.

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