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DK02 TFV

2002 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

66,271 mi
Last recorded66,271 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda 32363,872 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK02 TFV
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 66,271 miles

Offside Rear Outer sill corroded.

Rear exhaust joint corroded.

Pass 2 Dec 2024 62,088 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear inner and outer sill corroded.

Rear exhaust joint corroded.

Pass 6 Dec 2023 58,094 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear exhaust joint corroded.

Rear inner sills corroded.

Pass 5 Dec 2022 53,683 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 48,687 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Cracking, Perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Cracking, Perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Cracking,Perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Cracking, Perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Dec 2021 48,677 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill and sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Cracking, Perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Cracking, Perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Cracking,Perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Cracking, Perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 44,704 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear number plate deteriorated

Pass 9 Dec 2019 40,594 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 40,310 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2019 40,307 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 39,851 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2017 39,326 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 38,802 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 38,189 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)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 37,477 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2013 36,522 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2012 35,865 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 34,136 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 32,075 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)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 29,705 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 27,600 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 24,067 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2007 24,065 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Mar 2006 20,460 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly 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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DK02 TFV is a 2002 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2002 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 63,872 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 DK02 TFV, 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 24 years old, this Mazda 323 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK02 TFV registered?

DK02 TFV is a 2002 Mazda 323, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is DK02 TFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK02 TFV shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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