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BK02 WXE

2002 Mazda 323

Black Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

76,309 mi
Last recorded76,309 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2015
Typical for 2002 Mazda 32363,872 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK02 WXE
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2015 76,309 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both outer sills corroded

offside rear tyre wearing on inside edge

slight brake bind on nearside rear

Fail 24 Feb 2014 70,884 miles

Both front wheels slightly binding

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside rear tyre has sidewall damage and is worn on the inner edge

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 70,884 miles

Both front wheels slightly binding

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside rear tyre has sidewall damage and is worn on the inner edge

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 May 2013 66,045 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

offside front tyre worn on inner edge and has damage to outer wall

Fail 1 May 2013 65,658 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

nearside main beam bulb not fitted correctly

offside front tyre worn on inner edge and has damage to outer wall

Pass 30 Apr 2012 59,775 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 59,775 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2010 53,449 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 47,158 miles

rear brake pads worn low

Pass 11 Mar 2008 37,942 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 37,942 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Mar 2007 30,901 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 24,264 miles

Inside faces on the front discs slightly corroded

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 18 Mar 2006 24,264 miles

Inside faces on the front discs slightly corroded

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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BK02 WXE is a 2002 Mazda 323 in Black with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2002 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 63,872 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 BK02 WXE, 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 24 years old, this Mazda 323 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BK02 WXE registered?

BK02 WXE is a 2002 Mazda 323, first registered on 29 March 2002.

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