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BV03 ZNX

2003 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

119,055 mi
Last recorded119,055 miles
Recorded on10 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Mazda 32357,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV03 ZNX
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 May 2019 119,055 miles

Nearside Rear floor corroded but not excessive

Offside Rear floor corroded but not excessive

Pass 23 Feb 2018 113,359 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 108,268 miles

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

Fail 27 Jan 2017 108,266 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2016 103,442 miles

Nearside Rear tyre cracked but not to cordes

Nearside sill has had filler repair but apears to be soil d

Fail 22 Jan 2016 103,442 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear tyre cracked but not to cordes

Nearside sill has had filler repair but apears to be soil d

Pass 9 Apr 2014 91,871 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2013 80,728 miles

nsr brake binding (slight)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 68,319 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 68,318 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 May 2011 56,002 miles

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

o/s/r tyre slightly cracked

Pass 14 Jun 2010 48,535 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2010 48,521 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 41,898 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 32,708 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 32,705 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2007 25,825 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 19,314 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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BV03 ZNX is a 2003 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 BV03 ZNX, 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 BV03 ZNX registered?

BV03 ZNX is a 2003 Mazda 323, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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