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CE55 VLB

2005 Mazda B Series

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

125,996 mi
Last recorded125,996 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Mazda B Series79,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE55 VLB
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 125,996 miles

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2024 123,901 miles

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2023 121,006 miles

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 117,538 miles

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 111,761 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 105,363 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 99,159 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 90,686 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 81,370 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 69,841 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 60,391 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn outer edge

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 29 Oct 2015 60,282 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Nearside Front tyre worn outer edge

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 30 Oct 2014 52,200 miles

general surface rust

Fail 30 Oct 2014 52,197 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

general surface rust

Pass 28 Oct 2013 45,044 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2012 39,304 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 34,882 miles

Front discs corroding

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

Pass 28 Oct 2010 27,935 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2010 27,934 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 27 Oct 2009 21,856 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 16,376 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2008 16,376 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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CE55 VLB is a 2005 Mazda B Series in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 CE55 VLB, 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 CE55 VLB registered?

CE55 VLB is a 2005 Mazda B Series, first registered on 18 October 2005.

Is CE55 VLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE55 VLB shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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