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A17 MRT

2005 Mazda B Series

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

149,150 mi
Last recorded149,150 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda B Series79,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 MRT
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 149,150 miles

General under body corrosion.

Pass 5 Jun 2025 148,401 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 May 2024 147,001 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 145,413 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 143,980 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 141,834 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 133,908 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 130,812 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x 2 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Sep 2018 130,782 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x 2 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 126,672 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 124,775 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 119,650 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 113,525 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 108,452 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2013 108,452 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 101,941 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 90,175 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 74,177 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2010 74,177 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2009 34,696 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 34,696 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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A17 MRT is a 2005 Mazda B Series in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 A17 MRT, 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 A17 MRT registered?

A17 MRT is a 2005 Mazda B Series, first registered on 30 December 2005.

Is A17 MRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A17 MRT shows 21 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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