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CE53 RHX

2003 Mazda 323

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2017
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

92,169 mi
Last recorded92,169 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Mazda 32357,526 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE53 RHX
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2016 92,169 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2015 85,521 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm also worn on both inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside front tyre worn on both inner and outer edges

Fail 14 Nov 2015 85,521 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm also worn on both inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside front tyre worn on both inner and outer edges

Pass 17 Nov 2014 79,528 miles

rear pads low

Fail 17 Nov 2014 79,528 miles

Centre Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

rear pads low

Pass 18 Nov 2013 74,097 miles

corrosion on os outer sill

Pass 8 Nov 2012 66,668 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 63,306 miles

Heavy surface corrosion on offside & nearside rear inner sills & chassis legs

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

Pass 4 Apr 2011 50,104 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 50,104 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 46,267 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2010 46,267 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 7 Sep 2009 40,171 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2009 40,171 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 32,280 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 6 Sep 2007 23,681 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 5 Sep 2006 18,073 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2006 18,073 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
Full Mazda 323 reliability report

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CE53 RHX is a 2003 Mazda 323 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 CE53 RHX, 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 RHX registered?

CE53 RHX is a 2003 Mazda 323, first registered on 9 September 2003.

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