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D522 VPK

1986 Mazda 323

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

96,434 mi
Last recorded96,434 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2009
Typical for 1986 Mazda 32379,422 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD522 VPK
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 10 Jul 2009 96,434 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1) DANGEROUS

both rear wheel arches in very rusty condition

inner & outer sills in very rusty condition

n/s/r shock absorber mounting plate in very rusty condition

oil leaks from engine/gearbox area

Pass 15 Jul 2008 95,565 miles

both rear wheel arches in very poor condition

front brake hoses badly perishing

n/s/r suspension coil spring upper cup badly rusting away

stone chips on screen

Fail 14 Jul 2008 95,565 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d) DANGEROUS

both rear wheel arches in very poor condition

front brake hoses badly perishing

n/s/r suspension coil spring upper cup badly rusting away

stone chips on screen

Pass 5 Jul 2007 92,469 miles

Advise on condition of both rear wheel arches

Pass 20 Jul 2006 88,498 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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D522 VPK is a 1986 Mazda 323 in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1986 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.2% with a typical mileage of 79,422 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 D522 VPK, 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 40 years old, this Mazda 323 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D522 VPK registered?

D522 VPK is a 1986 Mazda 323, first registered on 1 August 1986.

Is D522 VPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for D522 VPK 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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