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YC06 AKV

2006 Mazda B Series

Grey Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2023
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

131,365 mi
Last recorded131,365 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2022
Typical for 2006 Mazda B Series76,024 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC06 AKV
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2022 131,365 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust tailpipe missing

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

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

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

Fail 4 Feb 2022 131,360 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Prop shaft joint excessively worn Rear prop front joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp both (4.2.3 (c))

Stop lamp(s) not working all (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust tailpipe missing

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2021 125,441 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 25 Jan 2021 125,441 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 117,742 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2019 117,742 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 416,011 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2018 111,006 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) track rod adjuster loose (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front panel (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front panel (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 102,298 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 92,810 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 86,350 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 20 Feb 2015 86,350 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 10 Mar 2014 79,275 miles

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Mar 2014 79,275 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jan 2013 66,503 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2013 66,503 miles

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 Leaf spring cracked (2.4.B.1a)

centre exhaust has a broken hanger

Pass 11 Feb 2012 56,510 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2011 45,418 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 Feb 2011 45,418 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 38,123 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 30,965 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2009 30,965 miles

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

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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YC06 AKV is a 2006 Mazda B Series in Grey with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

Across all 2006 Mazda B Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 76,024 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 YC06 AKV, 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 20 years old, this Mazda B Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YC06 AKV registered?

YC06 AKV is a 2006 Mazda B Series, first registered on 27 April 2006.

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