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AO53 VNP

2003 Mazda 323

Black Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

106,133 mi
Last recorded106,133 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2013
Typical for 2003 Mazda 32357,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 VNP
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2013 106,133 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 105,957 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2011 101,736 miles

front disc's inners worn

Pass 8 Oct 2010 96,016 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2010 96,015 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2009 82,540 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 67,583 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 53,572 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 36,555 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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AO53 VNP is a 2003 Mazda 323 in Black with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2003 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 57,526 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 AO53 VNP, 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 23 years old, this Mazda 323 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AO53 VNP registered?

AO53 VNP is a 2003 Mazda 323, first registered on 5 November 2003.

Is AO53 VNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO53 VNP shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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