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BF03 XZV

2003 Mazda 323

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2020
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

108,718 mi
Last recorded108,718 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 Mazda 32357,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF03 XZV
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2019 108,718 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 2 Oct 2019 108,714 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2018 102,814 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 95,967 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2017 95,967 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2016 89,076 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 81,772 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 73,753 miles

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

off side front tyre is wearing thin on inner edge

Pass 11 Oct 2013 64,875 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2013 64,875 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Oct 2012 58,031 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2011 52,437 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 48,198 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 42,099 miles

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 1 Oct 2009 42,099 miles

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 39,644 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 33,570 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 24,116 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 19,038 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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BF03 XZV is a 2003 Mazda 323 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 BF03 XZV, 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 BF03 XZV registered?

BF03 XZV is a 2003 Mazda 323, first registered on 22 March 2003.

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The MOT history for BF03 XZV shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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