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E32 FGU

1988 Mazda 323

White Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

136,332 mi
Last recorded136,332 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2011
Typical for 1988 Mazda 32376,964 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE32 FGU
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 11 Mar 2011 136,332 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 136,332 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 130,354 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2009 124,604 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Mar 2009 124,604 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 117,708 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Mar 2007 110,885 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 7 Mar 2007 110,885 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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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E32 FGU is a 1988 Mazda 323 in White with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 E32 FGU, 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 E32 FGU registered?

E32 FGU is a 1988 Mazda 323, first registered on 14 March 1988.

Is E32 FGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E32 FGU shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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