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AY52 VJL

2002 Mazda 323

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

116,612 mi
Last recorded116,612 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2014
Typical for 2002 Mazda 32363,872 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY52 VJL
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2014 116,612 miles

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

engine light on

Pass 9 Nov 2013 111,951 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 107,045 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 105,511 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 93,704 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 93,704 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 14 May 2009 77,434 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 64,681 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 50,657 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

n/s inner driveshaft gaitor losing grease

Fail 2 Jul 2007 50,657 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

n/s inner driveshaft gaitor losing grease

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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AY52 VJL is a 2002 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2002 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 63,872 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 AY52 VJL, 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 24 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 AY52 VJL registered?

AY52 VJL is a 2002 Mazda 323, first registered on 25 September 2002.

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