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E159 CAU

1988 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,019 mi
Last recorded65,019 miles
Recorded on2 May 2007
Typical for 1988 Mazda 32376,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE159 CAU
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 2 May 2007 65,019 miles

offside rear outter sill starting to corrode at rear

ofsde door mirror glass cracked

Pass 3 May 2006 53,878 miles

slight binding o/s rear brake+all brake pipes greased

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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E159 CAU is a 1988 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 76,964 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 E159 CAU, 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 38 years old, this Mazda 323 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E159 CAU?

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What year was E159 CAU registered?

E159 CAU is a 1988 Mazda 323, first registered on 22 March 1988.

Is E159 CAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E159 CAU shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E159 CAU have outstanding finance?

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