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BF03 YAJ

2003 Mazda B Series

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2024
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

127,988 mi
Last recorded127,988 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2023
Typical for 2003 Mazda B Series84,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF03 YAJ
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2023 127,988 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 114,294 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 102,210 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush BOTH (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 90,528 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2020 90,510 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 86,099 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 81,489 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 79,615 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit *** TYRE AT 2.0MM *** LEGAL LIMIT = 1.6MM *** (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit *** TYRE AT 1.6/2.0MM *** LEGAL LIMIT = 1.6MM *** (4.1.E.1)

Rear **** TYRES BADLY PERISHED / CRACKING ****

Fail 16 Aug 2017 79,615 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit *** TYRE AT 2.0MM *** LEGAL LIMIT = 1.6MM *** (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit *** TYRE AT 1.6/2.0MM *** LEGAL LIMIT = 1.6MM *** (4.1.E.1)

Rear **** TYRES BADLY PERISHED / CRACKING ****

Pass 5 Aug 2016 75,118 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2016 75,118 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2015 68,637 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Dec 2008 60,252 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 2 Dec 2008 60,246 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2007 48,175 miles

Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 13 Jul 2007 48,175 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 24 Jun 2006 36,718 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2006 36,718 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

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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BF03 YAJ is a 2003 Mazda B Series in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 BF03 YAJ, 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 BF03 YAJ registered?

BF03 YAJ is a 2003 Mazda B Series, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is BF03 YAJ safe to buy?

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