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BW03 CVR

2003 Mazda 323

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

86,576 mi
Last recorded86,576 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Mazda 32357,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW03 CVR
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2016 86,576 miles

N/S/R Antiroll Bar Bush Slight Play

Underside Of Vehicle Has Light Corrosion

Fail 30 Mar 2016 86,576 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Chasis Leg (6.1.B.2)

N/S/R Antiroll Bar Bush Slight Play

Underside Of Vehicle Has Light Corrosion

Pass 25 Mar 2015 78,086 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2015 78,077 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2014 70,814 miles

both sills and chassis very rusty

Pass 25 Mar 2013 64,011 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 56,402 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 48,377 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 40,633 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 31,881 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 26,197 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 22,131 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2007 22,131 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 5 Jul 2006 17,614 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2006 17,613 miles

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

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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BW03 CVR is a 2003 Mazda 323 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 BW03 CVR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BW03 CVR registered?

BW03 CVR is a 2003 Mazda 323, first registered on 25 July 2003.

Is BW03 CVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW03 CVR shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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