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AV53 TCO

2003 Mazda 323

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

154,414 mi
Last recorded154,414 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Mazda 32357,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 TCO
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2018 154,414 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2018 154,399 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 529,901 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 123,419 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 110,374 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 98,691 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 85,781 miles

offside rear tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 26 Jul 2012 77,155 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 74,454 miles

Oil leak

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

both front brake disc's scored and pitted

near side rear brake disc pitted

near side tyre worn on inner edge

off side rear tyre has cracks to tread and side tread

Pass 29 Jul 2010 72,304 miles

Front brake discs slightly corroded

O/S/R tyre cracked

Fail 30 Jul 2009 68,220 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2009 68,220 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 60,104 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2007 48,195 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2006 35,615 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2006 35,615 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 TCO is a 2003 Mazda 323 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 TCO, 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 TCO registered?

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

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