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CE53 RFN

2003 Mazda 323

Blue Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

60,017 mi
Last recorded60,017 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Mazda 32357,526 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE53 RFN
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2015 60,017 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 50,034 miles

rear pads low, battery security

Pass 25 Jul 2013 49,885 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2013 49,885 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2012 47,871 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2012 47,871 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 26 Jul 2011 43,234 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 42,123 miles

nearside front disk scored

nearside front tyre cut in side wall

Pass 20 Jun 2009 40,054 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 37,869 miles

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

o/s/r inner wing cover insecure

Fail 11 Jun 2008 37,793 miles

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

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

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

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

o/s/r inner wing cover insecure

Pass 19 Apr 2007 32,662 miles

FRONT BRAKE PADS GETTING LOW

Pass 19 Apr 2006 21,742 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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CE53 RFN is a 2003 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 CE53 RFN, 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 CE53 RFN registered?

CE53 RFN is a 2003 Mazda 323, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is CE53 RFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE53 RFN shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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