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HF03 YLL

1983 Mazda B Series

Silver Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

148,020 mi
Last recorded148,020 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF03 YLL
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2022 148,020 miles

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

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

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

chassis slight corrosion

Pass 1 Feb 2021 144,729 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2019 126,842 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Jul 2019 126,842 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 123,620 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2018 123,620 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2017 119,029 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2017 119,029 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour lens broken (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light lens broken (1.2.1e)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear metal pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 115,396 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded metal pipe on rear brake valve (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded metal pipe to nearside rear wheel (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded metal pipe to offside rear wheel (3.6.B.2c)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 27 Jul 2015 110,530 miles

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

Rear fog lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 110,530 miles

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

Rear fog lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 105,668 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 23 Jul 2014 105,668 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 100,843 miles

offside front brake binding slightly

Pass 5 Jul 2012 96,696 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 93,308 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2010 77,617 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 58,328 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 41,720 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 26,032 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 11,090 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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HF03 YLL is a 1983 Mazda B Series in Silver with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 HF03 YLL, 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 43 years old, this Mazda B Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HF03 YLL registered?

HF03 YLL is a 1983 Mazda B Series, first registered on 31 December 1983.

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The MOT history for HF03 YLL shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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