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YB05 ERV

2005 Mazda B Series

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

156,950 mi
Last recorded156,950 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2013
Typical for 2005 Mazda B Series79,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB05 ERV
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2013 156,950 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2013 156,854 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Trailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2012 152,665 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2011 140,855 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 111,566 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 83,694 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 69,932 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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YB05 ERV is a 2005 Mazda B Series in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YB05 ERV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YB05 ERV registered?

YB05 ERV is a 2005 Mazda B Series, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is YB05 ERV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB05 ERV shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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