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BF02 KJN

2002 Mazda 323

Blue Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

113,958 mi
Last recorded113,958 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2018
Typical for 2002 Mazda 32363,872 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF02 KJN
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2018 113,958 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion sill corroded and holed but not considered dangerous at this time (6.1.B.2)

n/s/f mirror damaged

Fail 29 Mar 2018 113,578 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion sill corroded and holed but not considered dangerous at this time (6.1.B.2)

brake warning lamp on , recommend further investigation asap..

n/s/f mirror damaged

Pass 28 Mar 2017 96,294 miles

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

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

engine malfunction light on dash

Fail 21 Mar 2017 95,851 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm tyre also out of shape (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both rear D bushes (2.4.G.2)

Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush both rear radius arm bushes mount to body (2.4.G.2)

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

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

engine malfunction light on dash

Pass 1 Apr 2016 74,367 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING ON SHOULDERS

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both front (2.7.3)

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

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2015 59,385 miles

n/s/f anti roll bar drop link knocking

o/s/r outer sill in poor condition

Pass 1 Apr 2014 41,817 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 32,124 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 30,062 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 27,548 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 27,548 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 24,920 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2010 24,884 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Inner Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2009 21,470 miles

Offside Inner Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 3 Mar 2008 16,989 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 12,956 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2007 12,956 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 25 Feb 2006 9,406 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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BF02 KJN is a 2002 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 BF02 KJN, 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.

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BF02 KJN is a 2002 Mazda 323, first registered on 27 March 2002.

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