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DK52 PCV

2002 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

33,894 mi
Last recorded33,894 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 2002 Mazda 32363,872 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK52 PCV
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 33,894 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner & outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner & outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 33,351 miles

both outer sills corroded

both rear arch body corroded

nearside front tyre slightly worn on the outer edge

Fail 24 Aug 2016 33,351 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

both outer sills corroded

both rear arch body corroded

nearside front tyre slightly worn on the outer edge

Pass 26 Aug 2015 32,335 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 31,175 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2014 31,175 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2013 29,772 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 28,285 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 26,383 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front offside brake disc corroded

Pass 1 Sep 2010 24,367 miles

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 28 Aug 2009 21,658 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 18,637 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 15,699 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 12,828 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2005 10,107 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 PCV is a 2002 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 PCV, 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.

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What year was DK52 PCV registered?

DK52 PCV is a 2002 Mazda 323, first registered on 6 September 2002.

Is DK52 PCV safe to buy?

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