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C400 JGK

1986 Mazda 323

Gold Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

17,659 mi
Last recorded17,659 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2017
Typical for 1986 Mazda 32379,422 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC400 JGK
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1986
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 9 Feb 2017 17,659 miles

Central Front Body has a projection caused by corrosion wing insecure (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber casing corroded externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Inner Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Direction indicator has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 25 Jan 2016 17,423 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 17,100 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 16,770 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 16,042 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 15,471 miles

reverse lamp not working

Fail 3 Jan 2012 15,467 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

reverse lamp not working

Pass 12 Jan 2011 15,127 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2011 15,115 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 18 Jan 2010 14,834 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 12 Feb 2009 14,490 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

all 4 tyre walls cracked but not to excess or showing cords (dunlop 155r1378s)

Pass 12 Feb 2009 14,490 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

all 4 tyre walls cracked but not to excess or showing cords (dunlop 155r1378s)

Pass 8 Feb 2008 14,103 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2008 14,096 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jan 2007 13,670 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 26 Jan 2006 13,293 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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C400 JGK is a 1986 Mazda 323 in Gold with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1986 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.2% with a typical mileage of 79,422 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 C400 JGK, 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 40 years old, this Mazda 323 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C400 JGK registered?

C400 JGK is a 1986 Mazda 323, first registered on 1 February 1986.

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The MOT history for C400 JGK shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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