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AV53 DZE

2003 Mazda B Series

Silver Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2021
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

101,041 mi
Last recorded101,041 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 Mazda B Series84,674 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 DZE
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2020 101,041 miles

Brake pipes greased

O/s front anti roll bar bush slight play

Pass 25 Jul 2019 99,209 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Jul 2019 99,209 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded load valve to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded rear to front (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded rear to front (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2018 96,546 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2018 96,546 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2017 92,301 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all pipes (3.6.B.2c)

underside covered mud etc

Pass 20 Aug 2016 88,971 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

all brake pipes heavily corroded

Fail 19 Aug 2016 88,971 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

all brake pipes heavily corroded

nearside rear tyre worn to 1.6mm legal limit

Pass 21 Aug 2015 83,914 miles

both rear tyres perished

Fail 21 Aug 2015 83,914 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both rear tyres perished

Pass 22 Aug 2014 74,698 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 72,829 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 70,819 miles

screen chipped

Pass 1 Sep 2011 69,202 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 67,231 miles

Inside of front brake discs rusted

Pass 9 Sep 2009 63,837 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 63,837 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 53,664 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 42,770 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 32,002 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2006 32,002 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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AV53 DZE is a 2003 Mazda B Series in Silver with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 AV53 DZE, 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.

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What year was AV53 DZE registered?

AV53 DZE is a 2003 Mazda B Series, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is AV53 DZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV53 DZE shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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