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AR51 OFL

2002 Mazda 323

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2018
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,927 mi
Last recorded47,927 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2017
Typical for 2002 Mazda 32363,872 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR51 OFL
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 11 Aug 2017 47,927 miles

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Aug 2016 40,736 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 32,879 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 13 Feb 2015 30,972 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 28,981 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 28,312 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 27,028 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Feb 2011 24,978 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 22,462 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 18,686 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 13,958 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 9,983 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 5,891 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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AR51 OFL is a 2002 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AR51 OFL, 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 AR51 OFL registered?

AR51 OFL is a 2002 Mazda 323, first registered on 26 February 2002.

Is AR51 OFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR51 OFL shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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