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AK53 FLJ

2003 Mazda B Series

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

101,158 mi
Last recorded101,158 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda B Series84,674 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 FLJ
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 101,158 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material TOO FRONT BOTH (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2024 98,229 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2023 96,832 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 95,853 miles

Chassis surface corrosion

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

Central Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 95,413 miles

Both rear tyres cracked/perished

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

Central Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Chassis surface corrosion

Pass 4 Nov 2020 94,748 miles

Both rear tyres cracked/perished

Central Brake pipes corroded

Central Fuel pipes corroded

Surface corrosion to chassis

Pass 16 Oct 2019 93,115 miles

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

Central Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Surface corrosion to chassis

Fail 9 Oct 2019 93,027 miles

Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

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

Central Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Surface corrosion to chassis

Pass 19 Oct 2018 91,881 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2018 91,833 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 90,930 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 90,309 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 89,038 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2015 89,038 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 87,227 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 84,084 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2013 84,084 miles

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

Fail 27 Sep 2012 80,671 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 27 Sep 2012 80,671 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 78,172 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

nearside front tyre tread 4mm

Pass 23 Sep 2010 71,880 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2009 67,836 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 63,604 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front brake pads 75% worn

rear exhaust mount band half broken

Pass 17 Sep 2008 63,604 miles

front brake pads 75% worn

rear exhaust mount band half broken

Fail 15 Sep 2007 54,304 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Sep 2007 54,304 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 41,315 miles

Spare tyre defective

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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AK53 FLJ is a 2003 Mazda B Series in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

Across all 2003 Mazda B Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 84,674 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 AK53 FLJ, 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 23 years old, this Mazda B Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK53 FLJ registered?

AK53 FLJ is a 2003 Mazda B Series, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is AK53 FLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK53 FLJ shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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