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CK03 LBA

2003 Mazda 323

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

91,336 mi
Last recorded91,336 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Mazda 32357,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK03 LBA
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 12 Nov 2015 91,336 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner lower arch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner sills (2.4.A.3)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 84,711 miles

corrosion forming on floor pans

corrosion forming on inner and outer sill panels

Fail 24 Nov 2014 84,707 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

corrosion forming on floor pans

corrosion forming on inner and outer sill panels

Pass 22 Nov 2013 78,183 miles

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

both front tyre treads wearing on inner edges

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

unable to see rear brake pads fully?

Fail 15 Nov 2013 78,150 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

both front tyre treads wearing on inner edges

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

unable to see rear brake pads fully?

Pass 26 Nov 2012 72,528 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2011 68,079 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2011 68,064 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Both nearside and offside door mirrors damaged and taped but are a slightly insecure fit which is affecting view slightly

Heavy damage to offside front wing and bumper. No sharp edges exposed at time of test

Nearside door mirror has undersized glass fitted

Nearside windscreen washer not working at time of test

Offside front headlamp top bracket broken and headlamp held secure by damaged wing but at poor angle

Offside windscreen wiper smearing slightly at time of test

Unable to make adjustment to offside headlamp due to damage

Pass 8 Sep 2010 65,376 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

drivers door mirror damaged

Pass 15 Sep 2009 51,472 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 38,646 miles

engine light on

Pass 14 Apr 2007 33,592 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 26,384 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2006 26,261 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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CK03 LBA is a 2003 Mazda 323 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 CK03 LBA, 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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CK03 LBA is a 2003 Mazda 323, first registered on 14 April 2003.

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