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CLZ 8197

1997 Mazda 323

Blue Petrol 1415cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

99,491 mi
Last recorded99,491 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2008
Typical for 1997 Mazda 32391,044 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCLZ 8197
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,415cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2008 99,491 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2008 99,491 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Fail 15 Feb 2007 94,986 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Feb 2007 94,986 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 89,486 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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CLZ 8197 is a 1997 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,415cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 91,044 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 CLZ 8197, 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 29 years old, this Mazda 323 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CLZ 8197 registered?

CLZ 8197 is a 1997 Mazda 323, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is CLZ 8197 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CLZ 8197 shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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