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BW51 LYX

2002 Mazda 323

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2012
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

97,157 mi
Last recorded97,157 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2011
Typical for 2002 Mazda 32363,872 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW51 LYX
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 16 Jul 2011 97,157 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Oil leak

near side front fog light damaged

Pass 16 Jul 2011 97,157 miles

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

Oil leak

near side front fog light damaged

Pass 19 Jul 2010 89,072 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2010 89,071 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Oct 2009 85,483 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2008 75,904 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2007 71,324 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2007 71,324 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 61,472 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2005 45,789 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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BW51 LYX is a 2002 Mazda 323 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BW51 LYX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BW51 LYX registered?

BW51 LYX is a 2002 Mazda 323, first registered on 30 January 2002.

Is BW51 LYX safe to buy?

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