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DCZ 8031

2000 Mazda 323

Green Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2015
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

110,235 mi
Last recorded110,235 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2014
Typical for 2000 Mazda 32373,964 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDCZ 8031
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2014 110,235 miles

all rear sus bushes perrished cracking

Fail 4 Dec 2014 110,235 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

all rear sus bushes perrished cracking

Pass 4 Mar 2014 105,122 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 1 Mar 2014 105,095 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2013 94,501 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 86,009 miles

Nearside front indicator lense broken but no sharp edges.

Nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

x 2 rear tyres aged

Pass 15 Mar 2011 80,321 miles

chip in screen

Fail 15 Mar 2011 80,321 miles

Offside Inner Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

chip in screen

Pass 16 Mar 2010 76,739 miles

Oil leak

chip in screen n/s

front inner tyre edges worn

Fail 12 Mar 2010 76,737 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

chip in screen n/s

front inner tyre edges worn

Pass 4 Feb 2009 73,139 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2009 73,139 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Jan 2008 68,788 miles

oil sump pan corroded

Pass 26 Feb 2007 59,207 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

heavy surface corrosion to centre and rear of exhaust system

Pass 15 Mar 2006 49,200 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2006 49,199 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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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DCZ 8031 is a 2000 Mazda 323 in Green with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2000 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 73,964 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 DCZ 8031, 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 26 years old, this Mazda 323 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DCZ 8031 registered?

DCZ 8031 is a 2000 Mazda 323, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is DCZ 8031 safe to buy?

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