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AV53 DZA

2003 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

92,395 mi
Last recorded92,395 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Mazda 32357,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 DZA
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2015 92,395 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

nail in n/s/f tyre

nail in o/s/f tyre

Fail 24 Sep 2015 92,390 miles

Nearside Rear 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 Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear 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 Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

nail in n/s/f tyre

nail in o/s/f tyre

Pass 24 Sep 2014 89,413 miles

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

Fail 23 Sep 2014 89,407 miles

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2013 85,773 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 12 Aug 2013 85,767 miles

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 82,781 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 73,876 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2010 73,876 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 26 Sep 2009 67,207 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 53,742 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2008 53,742 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2007 42,486 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 31,511 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
Full Mazda 323 reliability report

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AV53 DZA is a 2003 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 AV53 DZA, 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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AV53 DZA is a 2003 Mazda 323, first registered on 26 September 2003.

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