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VN05 RCV

2005 Mazda B Series

Grey Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

136,602 mi
Last recorded136,602 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Mazda B Series79,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN05 RCV
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2019 136,602 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 130,161 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2016 129,823 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2015 129,253 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jul 2015 129,253 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jul 2014 126,300 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 122,720 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2012 119,760 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 111,092 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 28 May 2010 90,843 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

o/s/r lamp lens cracked

oil leak from rear diff

rear fog lamp loose

Pass 21 May 2009 74,791 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 55,253 miles

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

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

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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VN05 RCV is a 2005 Mazda B Series in Grey with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 VN05 RCV, 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 VN05 RCV registered?

VN05 RCV is a 2005 Mazda B Series, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is VN05 RCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN05 RCV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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