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YK05 VTN

2005 Mazda B Series

Black Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Mazda B Series79,318 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK05 VTN
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2015

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

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)

Fail 2 Jun 2015 99,903 miles

Nearside Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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 9 Jun 2014 86,888 miles

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

Fail 4 Jun 2014 86,709 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a seal (2.3.3b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 May 2013 73,541 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2012 62,686 miles

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

the body off the motor is in poor condition.

the off side front door has slight damage to it.

Fail 12 Jun 2012 62,686 miles

Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

the body off the motor is in poor condition.

the off side front door has slight damage to it.

Pass 14 May 2011 52,442 miles

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

front to rear and rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 22 Jun 2010 43,430 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 35,235 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 26,811 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition but function not impaired (1.1.4a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front 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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YK05 VTN is a 2005 Mazda B Series in Black with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 YK05 VTN, 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 YK05 VTN registered?

YK05 VTN is a 2005 Mazda B Series, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is YK05 VTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK05 VTN shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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