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SY55 MVP

2005 Mazda B Series

Grey Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2016
Tests14 (7 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

121,753 mi
Last recorded121,753 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2015
Typical for 2005 Mazda B Series79,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY55 MVP
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2015 121,753 miles

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

O/S/R wheel arch trim becomeing slightly insecure

no anti slip on clutch pedal

Fail 26 Feb 2015 121,753 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

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

Offside Rear Lower Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

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

O/S/F upper door hinge insucure

O/S/R wheel arch trim becomeing slightly insecure

no anti slip on clutch pedal

Pass 28 Feb 2014 107,559 miles

Nearside front foglight not working.

No anti-slip on clutch pedal.

Fail 26 Feb 2014 107,559 miles

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

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside front foglight not working.

No anti-slip on clutch pedal.

Pass 1 Mar 2013 93,942 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 93,942 miles

Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

front brake pads look low.

Pass 25 Feb 2012 79,685 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2012 79,685 miles

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Universal joint at rear of front propshaft has wear and should be replaced.

Pass 17 Jan 2011 63,262 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2011 63,254 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2010 50,336 miles

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

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

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

Fail 12 Jan 2010 50,332 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2008 35,020 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2008 35,012 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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SY55 MVP is a 2005 Mazda B Series in Grey with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2005 Mazda B Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 79,318 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 SY55 MVP, 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 21 years old, this Mazda B Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SY55 MVP registered?

SY55 MVP is a 2005 Mazda B Series, first registered on 27 September 2005.

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