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DN03 LML

2003 Mazda B Series

Silver Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2021
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

95,253 mi
Last recorded95,253 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Mazda B Series84,674 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN03 LML
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2019 95,253 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rails both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mounting(s) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear shock absorber shrouds/surrounds deteriorated both sides

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front & both rear 1.6 - 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Jul 2019 95,233 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rails both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mounting(s) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear shock absorber shrouds/surrounds deteriorated both sides

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front & both rear 1.6 - 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 85,530 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

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

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

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

Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring hanger(s) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear shock absorber shroud(s) deteriorated/corroded

Fail 18 Jul 2018 85,512 miles

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

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

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

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

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

Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring hanger(s) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear shock absorber shroud(s) deteriorated/corroded

Pass 21 Jul 2017 77,936 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion underbody e.g chassis & suspension components (6.1.B.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 74,474 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion underbody e.g chassis rails (6.1.B.2)

Fail 29 Jun 2016 74,474 miles

Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush both sides lower bush (2.7.4)

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion underbody e.g chassis rails (6.1.B.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 72,347 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Fail 17 Jul 2015 72,333 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Pass 22 Jul 2014 68,139 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

underbody surface rust

Pass 23 Jul 2013 60,059 miles

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 52,250 miles

under body surface rust on chassis rail

Fail 12 Jul 2012 52,249 miles

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

under body surface rust on chassis rail

Pass 20 Jul 2011 45,979 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

centre propshaft joint(U.J) worn, not considered excessive

Pass 29 Jul 2010 39,516 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2010 39,514 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 27 Jul 2009 34,175 miles

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

Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 29,799 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 24,357 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 19,537 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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DN03 LML is a 2003 Mazda B Series in Silver with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 DN03 LML, 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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DN03 LML is a 2003 Mazda B Series, first registered on 23 July 2003.

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