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BU02 CXL

2002 Mazda 323

Green Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

98,090 mi
Last recorded98,090 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2018
Typical for 2002 Mazda 32363,872 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU02 CXL
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2018 98,090 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion both n/s and o/s inner sill to floor (6.1.B.2)

Fail 10 Feb 2018 98,043 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed both n/s and o/s inner edges (4.1.D.1b)

Front Body has slight corrosion both n/s and o/s inner sill to floor (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Feb 2017 65,420 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 93,908 miles

Can not carry out full seatbelt check due childseat fitted

Fail 26 Feb 2016 93,908 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded in wheel arch area (2.4.A.3)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded in wheel arch area (2.4.A.3)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Can not carry out full seatbelt check due childseat fitted

Pass 15 Jan 2015 90,068 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 30 Jan 2014 87,897 miles

Off side front tyre low air pressure also near side rear

Pass 19 Apr 2013 86,561 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 86,557 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

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

Pass 10 Apr 2012 81,681 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 76,866 miles

rear brake disc pitted

Fail 11 Apr 2011 76,866 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

rear brake disc pitted

Pass 7 Apr 2010 71,358 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 66,327 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 58,810 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 47,687 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 40,840 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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BU02 CXL is a 2002 Mazda 323 in Green with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 BU02 CXL, 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 BU02 CXL registered?

BU02 CXL is a 2002 Mazda 323, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is BU02 CXL safe to buy?

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