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AK51 XLA

2001 Mazda 323

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

61,127 mi
Last recorded61,127 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2018
Typical for 2001 Mazda 32368,232 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK51 XLA
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Fail 24 Jul 2018 61,127 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault traction control (tcl) (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

front bumper loose.

front grill insecure.

slight scratches to windscreen.

Pass 7 Jul 2017 53,407 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 45,018 miles

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

both rear anti roll bar link top and bottom gaiters are perrished/close to splitting

centre to rear box flange joint is badly corroded

nsr lower outer sill has surface corrosion

the rear wiper blade is in poor condition

Fail 7 Jul 2016 44,975 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch area where chalked (2.4.A.3)

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

both rear anti roll bar link top and bottom gaiters are perrished/close to splitting

centre to rear box flange joint is badly corroded

nsr lower outer sill has surface corrosion

the rear wiper blade is in poor condition

Pass 30 Jun 2015 43,000 miles

lower inner rear wheel arches corroded

offside rear lamp lens damaged

rear of offside sill corroded

Fail 30 Jun 2015 43,000 miles

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

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

lower inner rear wheel arches corroded

offside rear lamp lens damaged

rear of offside sill corroded

Pass 26 Aug 2014 41,217 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2013 39,005 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Sep 2013 39,001 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2012 36,705 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 26,081 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 25,540 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 22,002 miles

front tyre wear inner edges 3-4 mm where testable

Pass 2 Oct 2008 17,616 miles

front discs corroded at inside faces

Pass 29 Sep 2007 15,938 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 14,314 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Sep 2005 12,843 miles

front discs are corroded

Fail 13 Sep 2005 12,843 miles

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

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

front discs are corroded

How Reliable is the Mazda 323?

Based on 823,541 MOT tests across 88,407 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
5,454
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
88,407
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 53,662
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 39,672
Brake pipe excessively corroded 31,356
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 30,442
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 27,947
Full Mazda 323 reliability report

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AK51 XLA is a 2001 Mazda 323 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2001 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 68,232 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 323 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 53,662 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK51 XLA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 323 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 25 years old, this Mazda 323 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AK51 XLA registered?

AK51 XLA is a 2001 Mazda 323, first registered on 27 September 2001.

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