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BO51 FGJ

2001 Mazda 323

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

20,144 mi
Last recorded20,144 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Mazda 32368,232 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBO51 FGJ
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 20,144 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2025 20,144 miles

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

Brake performance unable to be tested Due to condition of front brake discs and abs fault (1.2.1 (g))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Headlamp lens seriously defective Both front lamps (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front wipers (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 19,282 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2019 18,225 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2019 18,225 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2018 17,311 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 16,014 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt BOTH (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt BOTH (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Dec 2016 15,797 miles

Engine management light illuminated

Front Anti roll bar drop links showing signs of wear and tear

Front Brake discs heavily corroded, Pads 60% worn

Rear Anti roll bar drop links showing signs of wear and tear

Pass 7 Dec 2015 15,589 miles

Centre Rear number plate delaminating

Front brake discs heavily corroded on inside edge (N/S)

Nearside Front anti roll bar drop link insecure

Offside Front anti roll bar drop link insecure

Offside Rear anti roll bar drop link insecure

Fail 7 Dec 2015 15,589 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Centre Rear number plate delaminating

Front brake discs heavily corroded on inside edge (N/S)

Nearside Front anti roll bar drop link insecure

Offside Front anti roll bar drop link insecure

Offside Rear anti roll bar drop link insecure

Pass 8 Dec 2014 15,182 miles

o/s/f tyre poor condition

Pass 12 Dec 2013 14,839 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 13,953 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 12,979 miles

NSF tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 14 Dec 2010 11,787 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 10,699 miles

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

Fail 12 Dec 2008 9,656 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Dec 2008 9,656 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Dec 2006 7,566 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2005 5,888 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
Full Mazda 323 reliability report

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BO51 FGJ is a 2001 Mazda 323 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 68,232 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 BO51 FGJ, 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 25 years old, this Mazda 323 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BO51 FGJ registered?

BO51 FGJ is a 2001 Mazda 323, first registered on 20 September 2001.

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