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AY52 VBC

2002 Mazda B Series

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2018
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

134,493 mi
Last recorded134,493 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2017
Typical for 2002 Mazda B Series88,277 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY52 VBC
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2017 134,493 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 127,321 miles

rear chassis slightly corroded

rear crossmember corroded

Fail 20 Oct 2016 127,075 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 119,322 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 9 Oct 2014 110,827 miles

o/s/rear tyre perished

Pass 24 Oct 2013 102,546 miles

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

rear spring shackle bushes worn

Fail 22 Oct 2013 102,496 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

rear spring shackle bushes worn

Pass 29 Oct 2012 93,198 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2012 93,125 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2011 80,592 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2011 80,592 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2010 67,151 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 67,151 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 57,956 miles

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

Fail 28 Oct 2009 57,956 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Oct 2008 50,216 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 40,522 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 28,483 miles

slight split in offside wiper blade not affecting performance

Pass 4 Nov 2005 23,348 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2005 23,348 miles

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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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AY52 VBC is a 2002 Mazda B Series in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 2002 Mazda B Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 88,277 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AY52 VBC, 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 24 years old, this Mazda B Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AY52 VBC registered?

AY52 VBC is a 2002 Mazda B Series, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is AY52 VBC safe to buy?

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