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BG53 EPA

2003 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

75,751 mi
Last recorded75,751 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2024
Typical for 2003 Mazda 32357,526 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 EPA
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Fail 4 Mar 2024 75,751 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust system insecure no rubbers attached rear section resting on axle (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached bottom not attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill corroded and holed been filled with foam marked with chalk (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner and outer sill corroded and holed been filled with foam marked with chalk (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected chassis corroded and holed around rear subframe marked with chalk (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive around the sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases join between middle and backbox blowing slightly (6.1.2 (a))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear inner sills corroded and holed at near boot floor not affecting strength of the vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge smooth zero advise changing now (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 68,229 miles

Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Sides (1.1.11 (c))

General under body corrosion

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Jacking points corroded excessively

Fail 11 Apr 2023 68,229 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Sides (1.1.11 (c))

General under body corrosion

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Jacking points corroded excessively

Pass 6 May 2022 63,112 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Underbody corrosion

Pass 25 May 2021 52,637 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2020 51,991 miles

Overall corrosion but not serious

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 May 2019 49,743 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 May 2018 47,123 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 45,076 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 42,686 miles

Nearside Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 39,411 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 36,117 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 32,393 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 28,627 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 25,299 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 22,607 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 19,432 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 17,031 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 13,618 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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BG53 EPA is a 2003 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 BG53 EPA, 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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BG53 EPA is a 2003 Mazda 323, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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