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BG02 JXX

2002 Mazda 323

Red Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

119,898 mi
Last recorded119,898 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2014
Typical for 2002 Mazda 32363,872 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG02 JXX
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2014 119,898 miles

engine oil leak

front brake pads are worn low

Fail 1 Mar 2014 119,875 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

engine oil leak

front brake pads are worn low

Pass 10 Jan 2013 110,507 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Jan 2012 102,119 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

airbag light on

Fail 27 Jan 2012 102,075 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Upper 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 Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 84,946 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 78,293 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 74,442 miles

handbrake has low reserve travel

Fail 24 Jan 2008 70,938 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2008 70,938 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 65,958 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 60,247 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2006 60,246 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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BG02 JXX is a 2002 Mazda 323 in Red with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BG02 JXX, 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 BG02 JXX registered?

BG02 JXX is a 2002 Mazda 323, first registered on 24 April 2002.

Is BG02 JXX safe to buy?

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