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BG03 FZL

2003 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

83,065 mi
Last recorded83,065 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Mazda 32357,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 FZL
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2018 83,065 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2017 77,290 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 71,289 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 63,334 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2014 60,159 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2013 54,620 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2013 54,620 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Oct 2012 49,318 miles

brake fluid below maximum level

Pass 8 Nov 2011 46,245 miles

n/s/f discs corroded

n/s/f droplink rubeer split

n/s/r droplink rubber split

o/s/f discs corroded

o/s/f droplink rubber split

o/s/r droplink rubber split

Pass 4 Aug 2010 43,437 miles

front disc inner faces rusty and pitted

Fail 4 Aug 2010 43,437 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front disc inner faces rusty and pitted

Pass 7 Aug 2009 42,558 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 40,509 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 36,921 miles

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

all 4 tyres spliting in tread not to cord or ply

Pass 30 Mar 2006 34,705 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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BG03 FZL is a 2003 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BG03 FZL, 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 BG03 FZL registered?

BG03 FZL is a 2003 Mazda 323, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is BG03 FZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG03 FZL shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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