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BG02 MXL

2002 Mazda 323

Black Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

163,181 mi
Last recorded163,181 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2015
Typical for 2002 Mazda 32363,872 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG02 MXL
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2015 163,181 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Oct 2013 156,197 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 145,055 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2012 144,943 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2011 134,171 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2010 124,973 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 114,993 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2008 103,120 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2008 103,120 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Oct 2007 92,681 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 72,789 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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BG02 MXL is a 2002 Mazda 323 in Black with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BG02 MXL, 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 MXL registered?

BG02 MXL is a 2002 Mazda 323, first registered on 1 May 2002.

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