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AY52 VGU

2002 Mazda B Series

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

65,495 mi
Last recorded65,495 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda B Series88,277 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 65,495 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2024 59,023 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2023 54,925 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2022 53,635 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2021 52,747 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 51,659 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 50,705 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2019 50,705 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 49,218 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Jul 2018 49,216 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 47,440 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded load valve to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded nearside rear to front (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded offside rear to front (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 25 Jul 2017 47,438 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded load valve to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded nearside rear to front (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded offside rear to front (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 45,420 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded load valve pipes. (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 40,172 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 37,603 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 34,584 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 30,657 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 27,640 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 24,535 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 20,543 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2008 20,522 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2007 16,423 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2007 16,417 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

slight imbalance in rear brake effort

Pass 5 Dec 2006 13,177 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 10,834 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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AY52 VGU is a 2002 Mazda B Series in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 AY52 VGU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AY52 VGU?

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What year was AY52 VGU registered?

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

Is AY52 VGU safe to buy?

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