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E289 VKE

1987 Mazda 323

Red Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,936 mi
Last recorded28,936 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2006
Typical for 1987 Mazda 32377,357 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE289 VKE
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 3 Apr 2006 28,936 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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E289 VKE is a 1987 Mazda 323 in Red with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 77,357 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 E289 VKE, 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 39 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 E289 VKE registered?

E289 VKE is a 1987 Mazda 323, first registered on 30 October 1987.

Is E289 VKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for E289 VKE shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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