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KB53 UTN

2004 Mazda B Series

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

137,712 mi
Last recorded137,712 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2013
Typical for 2004 Mazda B Series81,803 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKB53 UTN
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2013 137,712 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 157,207 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

OIL LEAK

REAR TAIL PIPE MOUNT

Pass 13 Mar 2012 157,207 miles

OIL LEAK

REAR TAIL PIPE MOUNT

Pass 17 Mar 2011 148,842 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 148,823 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

CAT MOUNT ROTTEN

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

SLIGHT BIND ON O/S/F BRAKE

Pass 12 Mar 2010 135,621 miles

rear exhaust pipe mount corroding bad

slight oil leak /

slight under body corrsion

Pass 26 Feb 2009 120,623 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2009 120,540 miles

Nearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 Feb 2008 112,852 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 104,506 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2007 104,506 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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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KB53 UTN is a 2004 Mazda B Series in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2004 Mazda B Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 81,803 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 KB53 UTN, 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 22 years old, this Mazda B Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KB53 UTN registered?

KB53 UTN is a 2004 Mazda B Series, first registered on 4 February 2004.

Is KB53 UTN safe to buy?

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