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CE05 TFV

2005 Mazda B Series

Grey Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

187,739 mi
Last recorded187,739 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 Mazda B Series79,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE05 TFV
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2023 187,739 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Aug 2023 187,738 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2020 186,858 miles

Exhaust mounting defective exhaust box hanger broken (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective rear pipe hanger fractured (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front metal fuel pipes corroded

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive diff input seal leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Mar 2020 186,856 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Exhaust mounting defective exhaust box hanger broken (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective rear pipe hanger fractured (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front metal fuel pipes corroded

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive diff input seal leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Mar 2020 186,831 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Exhaust mounting defective Rear box clamp and rear exhaust mount broken / cracked but exhaust system is secure (6.1.2 (a))

Front fuel pipes corroded

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

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed driver seat seat belt (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 175,578 miles

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

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 166,746 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 151,857 miles

General surface corrosion to exhaust system in places.

Pass 26 Feb 2016 134,492 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 120,209 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 101,282 miles

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

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 84,004 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 65,531 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 47,559 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2010 33,722 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Mar 2010 33,722 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 Mar 2009 27,064 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 19,947 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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CE05 TFV is a 2005 Mazda B Series in Grey with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2005 Mazda B Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 79,318 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 CE05 TFV, 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 21 years old, this Mazda B Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CE05 TFV registered?

CE05 TFV is a 2005 Mazda B Series, first registered on 28 April 2005.

Is CE05 TFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE05 TFV shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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