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DK52 OSU

2002 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

121,050 mi
Last recorded121,050 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2015
Typical for 2002 Mazda 32363,872 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK52 OSU
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2015 121,050 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2015 121,050 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2014 112,340 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2013 99,327 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 88,622 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2011 82,104 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Nov 2011 82,104 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Oct 2010 74,218 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 67,076 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 59,763 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 51,643 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 40,351 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 17 Nov 2005 28,377 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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DK52 OSU is a 2002 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DK52 OSU, 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 DK52 OSU registered?

DK52 OSU is a 2002 Mazda 323, first registered on 25 September 2002.

Is DK52 OSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK52 OSU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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