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AU03 WVP

2003 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

35,758 mi
Last recorded35,758 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda 32357,526 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 WVP
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 35,758 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside inner (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills/inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 14 Mar 2026 35,758 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside inner (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills/inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2025 32,009 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 26,891 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2023 26,534 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 26,245 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 25,926 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

corrosion to rear sills/inner sills not excessive

Pass 19 Mar 2020 25,776 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 25,418 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 25,036 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 24,551 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 23,922 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 23,125 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 21,977 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 20,949 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 20,181 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 19,114 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 17,904 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 16,788 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 14,791 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 13,689 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 12,149 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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AU03 WVP is a 2003 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 AU03 WVP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU03 WVP registered?

AU03 WVP is a 2003 Mazda 323, first registered on 14 March 2003.

Is AU03 WVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU03 WVP shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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