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WL53 FDF

2003 Mazda B Series

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

136,084 mi
Last recorded136,084 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2022
Typical for 2003 Mazda B Series84,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL53 FDF
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2022 136,084 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

slight corrosion to underside including suspension components

Pass 14 Apr 2021 132,776 miles

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Suspension components corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2020 128,844 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 15 Jan 2019 121,442 miles

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))

Pass 10 Jan 2018 108,691 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front panel (2.4.A.3)

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

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

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

Rear fog lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Pass 4 Jan 2017 92,957 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded across axle both sides (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Jan 2016 89,325 miles

slight corrosion on all flexys

Pass 19 Dec 2014 86,764 miles

both front tyres slight deterioration and getting close to limit

slight corrosion on all flexy ends

Pass 3 Jan 2014 84,135 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 81,172 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 76,385 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

all brake pipes greased

n/s/f tyre slight sidewall damage

Fail 14 Dec 2011 76,367 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

all brake pipes greased

n/s/f tyre slight sidewall damage

Pass 16 Dec 2010 68,333 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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)

Pass 21 Dec 2009 64,527 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 60,722 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 54,145 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2007 54,137 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 30 Oct 2006 44,257 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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WL53 FDF is a 2003 Mazda B Series in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 WL53 FDF, 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 WL53 FDF registered?

WL53 FDF is a 2003 Mazda B Series, first registered on 30 October 2003.

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