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AJ53 UBM

2004 Mazda B Series

Green Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2025
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

131,549 mi
Last recorded131,549 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2024
Typical for 2004 Mazda B Series81,803 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ53 UBM
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2024 131,549 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2023 126,557 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 114,493 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 12 Jan 2022 114,161 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))

Nearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 12 Jan 2021 99,165 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2021 99,059 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 17 Jan 2020 87,458 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 79,775 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion on body where chassis mounts to it (6.1.1 (c) (i))

all suspension component's corroded

anti roll bar bushes perishing along with shock absorber bushes

exhaust system corroded

front brake lines corroded

generally quire scabby but solid on underside

radiator cross member corroded

Pass 1 Mar 2018 79,135 miles

o/s/f bump stop perished

rear exhaust hanger snapped but exhaust secure

slight corrosion on metal brake pipes

suspension bushes perishing but fine

underside of car scabby but solid

Pass 3 Mar 2017 78,092 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2016 76,949 miles

surface corrosion to underside of car

Pass 28 Feb 2015 75,302 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2014 72,465 miles

n/s/r and o/s/r tyres worn 2mm left on tread

Pass 28 Feb 2013 71,151 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 69,317 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 66,501 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2011 66,501 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 62,443 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 55,702 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2009 55,702 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 18 Feb 2008 40,779 miles

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 18 Feb 2008 40,779 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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 1 Mar 2007 31,233 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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AJ53 UBM is a 2004 Mazda B Series in Green with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2004 Mazda B Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 81,803 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 AJ53 UBM, 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 22 years old, this Mazda B Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AJ53 UBM registered?

AJ53 UBM is a 2004 Mazda B Series, first registered on 26 February 2004.

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