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C499 DKM

1985 Mazda 323

Blue Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

139,106 mi
Last recorded139,106 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2005
Typical for 1985 Mazda 32363,604 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC499 DKM
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2005 139,106 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2005 139,106 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

battery insecure

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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C499 DKM is a 1985 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1985 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 63,604 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 C499 DKM, 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 41 years old, this Mazda 323 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C499 DKM registered?

C499 DKM is a 1985 Mazda 323, first registered on 29 October 1985.

Is C499 DKM safe to buy?

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