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BP52 HAU

2003 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

102,391 mi
Last recorded102,391 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2022
Typical for 2003 Mazda 32357,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP52 HAU
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Fail 16 Mar 2022 102,391 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected arch (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Mar 2021 101,122 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (front end of wheel arch) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (front end of wheel arch) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2019 97,188 miles

nearside and offside rear inner sill/wing corroded

Pass 17 Nov 2018 84,858 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 71,545 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2017 71,338 miles

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

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

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

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

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 18 Nov 2016 60,062 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 50,998 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 45,863 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 44,133 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 42,457 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 40,295 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2011 38,282 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 36,451 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 33,915 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 29,464 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2008 29,464 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2007 26,073 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 22,346 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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BP52 HAU 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 84.2%.

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 BP52 HAU, 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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BP52 HAU is a 2003 Mazda 323, first registered on 31 January 2003.

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