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AV53 JMX

2003 Mazda 323

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

57,946 mi
Last recorded57,946 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Mazda 32357,526 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 JMX
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 26 Jan 2018 57,946 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2017 46,077 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 18 Feb 2017 46,077 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 43,724 miles

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

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

front+rear number plate slighty deteriorated

o/s sill deteriorated

Fail 18 Sep 2013 40,330 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 18 Sep 2013 40,330 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 36,816 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2012 36,816 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 33,308 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 30,117 miles

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 18 Sep 2009 26,116 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 21,793 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2008 21,793 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 17 Sep 2007 17,535 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 12,875 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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AV53 JMX is a 2003 Mazda 323 in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 JMX, 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 AV53 JMX registered?

AV53 JMX is a 2003 Mazda 323, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is AV53 JMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV53 JMX shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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