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BG03 GCU

2003 Mazda 323

Black Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

105,795 mi
Last recorded105,795 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2011
Typical for 2003 Mazda 32357,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 GCU
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2011 105,795 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 98,702 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2009 89,291 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2009 89,291 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Feb 2008 76,094 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 60,520 miles

rear brake pads low

rear drop link has slight play

Pass 21 Mar 2006 45,925 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 GCU is a 2003 Mazda 323 in Black with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 BG03 GCU, 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 GCU registered?

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

Is BG03 GCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG03 GCU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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