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AO02 YSG

2002 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

153,407 mi
Last recorded153,407 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2016
Typical for 2002 Mazda 32363,872 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO02 YSG
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2016 153,407 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 128,702 miles

engine sump corroding

Fail 5 Mar 2015 128,697 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)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

engine sump corroding

Pass 17 Mar 2014 118,370 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2013 114,878 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2013 114,850 miles

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 111,729 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 109,314 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 102,339 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 6 Mar 2010 102,330 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both rear tyres perished and cracked

o/s front tyre perished and cracked

Pass 27 Feb 2009 92,492 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 84,621 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 80,233 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 71,387 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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
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AO02 YSG is a 2002 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2002 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 63,872 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 AO02 YSG, 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 24 years old, this Mazda 323 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO02 YSG registered?

AO02 YSG is a 2002 Mazda 323, first registered on 31 May 2002.

Is AO02 YSG safe to buy?

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