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AO02 YSJ

2002 Mazda 323

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

104,233 mi
Last recorded104,233 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2016
Typical for 2002 Mazda 32363,872 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO02 YSJ
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2016 104,233 miles

n/s front brake sticking slightly

sills slightly corroded

Pass 3 Feb 2015 88,081 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 86,766 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 83,209 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 78,312 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 78,312 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2011 72,448 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 66,954 miles

cut edge of tread n/s/r tyre

Pass 6 Jul 2009 60,853 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 54,218 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 45,398 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2006 36,407 miles

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 YSJ is a 2002 Mazda 323 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 YSJ, 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 YSJ registered?

AO02 YSJ is a 2002 Mazda 323, first registered on 26 July 2002.

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The MOT history for AO02 YSJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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