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BT51 VLU

2002 Mazda 323

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,764 mi
Last recorded92,764 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2013
Typical for 2002 Mazda 32363,872 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT51 VLU
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2013 92,764 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

engine management light on

Fail 19 Aug 2013 92,764 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

engine management light on

Pass 21 Aug 2012 88,902 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 88,902 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2011 84,130 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 74,375 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 58,878 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 49,016 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 36,973 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 28,147 miles

Recommend rear brake service, (dry).

Pass 10 Mar 2006 25,428 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2006 25,428 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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BT51 VLU is a 2002 Mazda 323 in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 BT51 VLU, 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 BT51 VLU registered?

BT51 VLU is a 2002 Mazda 323, first registered on 31 January 2002.

Is BT51 VLU safe to buy?

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