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BG53 KPJ

2003 Mazda 323

Black Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2020
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

118,501 mi
Last recorded118,501 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 Mazda 32357,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 KPJ
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Fail 22 Oct 2020 118,501 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 115,588 miles

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

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

sills corroded

Pass 10 Oct 2018 109,756 miles

Offside Rear chassis rail corroding

all 4x drop link dust covers deteriorating/perishing

exhaust corroding

front headlamp plastic lenses starting to deteriorate

underside of vehicle has surface corrosion emerging

Fail 10 Oct 2018 109,756 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Rear chassis rail corroding

all 4x drop link dust covers deteriorating/perishing

exhaust corroding

front headlamp plastic lenses starting to deteriorate

underside of vehicle has surface corrosion emerging

Pass 23 Nov 2017 104,647 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake just met required limits

Fail 23 Nov 2017 104,647 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake just met required limits

Pass 10 Nov 2016 98,554 miles

Front pads approx 80% worn

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

Nearside Rear split on sidewall

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2015 92,392 miles

BET limits just met

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

Fail 5 Nov 2015 92,392 miles

BET limits just met

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 14 Nov 2014 85,766 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2014 85,766 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 78,605 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 78,605 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2012 72,295 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Dec 2011 64,799 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 23 Nov 2011 64,679 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Nov 2010 57,361 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Dec 2009 50,047 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s/f tyre wall has minor damage but not deep enough to expose cord

parking brake lever may require adjustment

Pass 28 Nov 2008 40,469 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 33,330 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 24,833 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2006 24,833 miles

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h) DANGEROUS

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 KPJ is a 2003 Mazda 323 in Black with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 KPJ, 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 BG53 KPJ registered?

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

Is BG53 KPJ safe to buy?

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