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CP51 DVU

2001 Mazda 323

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

43,753 mi
Last recorded43,753 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2016
Typical for 2001 Mazda 32368,232 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP51 DVU
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2016 43,753 miles

Nearside Front fog light damaged

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Dec 2014 31,372 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

advise rear beam surface corrosion

Fail 11 Dec 2014 31,372 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

advise rear beam surface corrosion

Pass 10 Dec 2013 29,437 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

advise rear link arm boots poor condition

advise rear subframe slight corrosion

Fail 10 Dec 2013 29,437 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

advise rear link arm boots poor condition

advise rear subframe slight corrosion

Pass 12 Dec 2012 28,073 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 27,624 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2011 27,624 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Fail 9 Dec 2010 27,154 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Dec 2010 27,154 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 26,793 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2008 26,396 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Dec 2008 26,396 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2007 25,735 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Dec 2007 25,735 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 23,844 miles

airbag light flashing.

Pass 20 Dec 2005 19,967 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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CP51 DVU is a 2001 Mazda 323 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2001 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 68,232 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 CP51 DVU, 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 25 years old, this Mazda 323 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CP51 DVU registered?

CP51 DVU is a 2001 Mazda 323, first registered on 21 December 2001.

Is CP51 DVU safe to buy?

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