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AV53 NMU

2003 Mazda 323

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

56,917 mi
Last recorded56,917 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Mazda 32357,526 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 NMU
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2016 56,917 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 61,420 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2015 51,211 miles

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Oct 2014 44,384 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2014 44,384 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)

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)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 37,762 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 33,238 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 28 Sep 2012 33,238 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 4 Oct 2011 27,358 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 21,450 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 14,223 miles

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

Fail 2 Oct 2008 7,967 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2008 7,967 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 7,262 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 6,400 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 NMU is a 2003 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 AV53 NMU, 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 AV53 NMU registered?

AV53 NMU is a 2003 Mazda 323, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is AV53 NMU safe to buy?

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