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BF53 WTZ

2003 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

64,239 mi
Last recorded64,239 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Mazda 32357,526 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF53 WTZ
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Fail 6 Nov 2018 64,239 miles

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Both rear outer sills and up around wheel arches excessively corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close lower on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear inner sills within prescribed area of suspension arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 61,040 miles

Both rear sills corroded

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 31 Oct 2017 61,040 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)

Both rear sills corroded

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 7 Nov 2016 57,594 miles

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside front brake grabbing slightly

Pass 21 Sep 2015 53,022 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 49,322 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 44,896 miles

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Sep 2012 40,245 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 35,920 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 31,400 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 28,683 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 26,173 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 23,126 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 19,269 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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BF53 WTZ is a 2003 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BF53 WTZ, 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 BF53 WTZ registered?

BF53 WTZ is a 2003 Mazda 323, first registered on 12 September 2003.

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