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BT03 GXM

2003 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

82,546 mi
Last recorded82,546 miles
Recorded on30 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Mazda 32357,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT03 GXM
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2019 82,546 miles
Fail 21 May 2019 82,483 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 May 2018 79,177 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 May 2017 75,586 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 71,333 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2015 65,967 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 61,736 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 57,631 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 53,389 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2011 48,128 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 42,476 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 38,128 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 32,602 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 32,602 miles

Nearside Inner Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Inner Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 26 May 2007 27,036 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

eml on

Pass 17 May 2006 20,185 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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BT03 GXM is a 2003 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BT03 GXM, 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 BT03 GXM registered?

BT03 GXM is a 2003 Mazda 323, first registered on 30 May 2003.

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