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E182 HDP

1988 Mazda 323

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,414 mi
Last recorded98,414 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1988 Mazda 32376,964 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE182 HDP
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 28 Apr 2026 98,414 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 97,664 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 97,657 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 96,886 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 96,466 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 95,906 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 94,685 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 93,314 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 91,475 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 88,454 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2015 86,700 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 84,806 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 83,587 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 82,502 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 May 2011 80,959 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Nov 2009 80,102 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 78,402 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 10 Oct 2007 77,687 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 75,700 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 74,341 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
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E182 HDP is a 1988 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 E182 HDP, 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

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What year was E182 HDP registered?

E182 HDP is a 1988 Mazda 323, first registered on 28 April 1988.

Is E182 HDP safe to buy?

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