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AU02 OGV

2002 Mazda 323

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

92,863 mi
Last recorded92,863 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2015
Typical for 2002 Mazda 32363,872 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU02 OGV
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2015 92,863 miles

Has a crack in windscreen not in drivers view

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 8 Mar 2014 82,662 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Mar 2014 82,662 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 70,149 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2013 70,056 miles

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 58,315 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 28 Feb 2012 58,230 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 26 Feb 2011 46,678 miles

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

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 26 Feb 2011 46,678 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2010 37,715 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 35,121 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 28,267 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 24,823 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2006 24,823 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

n/s/r and o/s/r tyres showing age cracking on side walls

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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AU02 OGV is a 2002 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AU02 OGV, 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 AU02 OGV registered?

AU02 OGV is a 2002 Mazda 323, first registered on 27 March 2002.

Is AU02 OGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU02 OGV shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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