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BL52 DYX

2003 Mazda B Series

Silver Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2025
Tests30 (19 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate63.3%

Mileage

165,454 mi
Last recorded165,454 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2024
Typical for 2003 Mazda B Series84,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL52 DYX
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 11 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2024 165,454 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 160,602 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes leading to front (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

underside of vehicle and components have surface corrosion

Pass 3 Mar 2022 144,269 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL REAR BRAKE PIPES TO LOAD VALVE (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 3 Mar 2022 144,265 miles

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded CHASSI (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL REAR BRAKE PIPES TO LOAD VALVE (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 Dec 2020 134,884 miles

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

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 29 Dec 2020 134,884 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Brake pipe slightly damaged front to back (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Dec 2019 124,789 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Dec 2019 124,782 miles

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wish bone upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 113,618 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 104,895 miles

General corrosion to metal brake pipes

Pass 24 Feb 2017 99,439 miles

General corrosion to metal brake pipes

Fail 24 Feb 2017 99,439 miles

General corrosion to metal brake pipes

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 92,067 miles

General corrosion to all metal brake pipes

Pass 20 Feb 2015 85,418 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2015 85,413 miles

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 78,497 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 17 Feb 2014 78,448 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 14 Feb 2013 72,799 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 23 Jan 2012 66,091 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Jan 2012 66,091 miles

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

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 21 Jan 2011 59,254 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

offside front brake binding slightly.

Fail 14 Jan 2011 59,213 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Jan 2010 45,709 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2010 45,347 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 27 Mar 2009 40,514 miles

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 12 Mar 2008 36,046 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 31,466 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2007 31,466 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 6 Feb 2006 25,322 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2006 25,283 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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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BL52 DYX is a 2003 Mazda B Series in Silver with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.3%.

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 BL52 DYX, 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 BL52 DYX registered?

BL52 DYX is a 2003 Mazda B Series, first registered on 31 January 2003.

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