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BG53 FNX

2003 Mazda 323

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

89,089 mi
Last recorded89,089 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Mazda 32357,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 FNX
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2018 89,089 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Jan 2018 88,925 miles

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

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jan 2017 81,584 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 74,746 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 69,861 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2015 69,856 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2014 64,934 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 59,860 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2013 59,860 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 5 Jan 2012 54,334 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2012 54,334 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

body damage

front discs corroded

Pass 12 Jan 2011 48,599 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 42,086 miles

n/s/f tyre 2mm

rear wiper blade split

Pass 9 Jan 2009 36,331 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2009 36,331 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Jan 2008 30,101 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 22,670 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 FNX is a 2003 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 BG53 FNX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG53 FNX registered?

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

Is BG53 FNX safe to buy?

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