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YF54 BMU

2005 Mazda B Series

Grey Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2023
Tests25 (15 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

143,495 mi
Last recorded143,495 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Mazda B Series79,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF54 BMU
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 10 fail
Fail 19 Jan 2023 143,495 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Body not fully secure Body corroded within 30cm of a mounting (6.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 138,230 miles

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

Fail 14 Jan 2022 138,230 miles

Central Prop shaft bearing housing insecure (6.1.7 (f) (i))

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

Pass 8 Feb 2021 133,686 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2021 133,684 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit Limit,0.90 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Fail 21 Jan 2021 133,610 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit Limit. 0.90 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Brake load sensing valve inoperative but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2020 129,313 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Jan 2020 129,311 miles

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 123,809 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2019 123,791 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Feb 2018 118,430 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 112,456 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2017 112,454 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush inner bushies (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 106,125 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2016 106,115 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2015 100,558 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 93,262 miles

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

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

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

Fail 11 Feb 2014 93,262 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2013 86,046 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jan 2012 77,595 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 68,140 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 Jan 2010 57,138 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2009 46,562 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 36,216 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2008 36,216 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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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YF54 BMU is a 2005 Mazda B Series in Grey with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 YF54 BMU, 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 YF54 BMU registered?

YF54 BMU is a 2005 Mazda B Series, first registered on 25 February 2005.

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