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E419 SKG

1987 Mazda 323

Blue Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2019
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

78,867 mi
Last recorded78,867 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2018
Typical for 1987 Mazda 32377,357 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE419 SKG
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2018 78,867 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2018 78,869 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded anti roll bar (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Fail 11 Oct 2017 78,830 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

n/s/f tyre perished

Pass 20 Sep 2016 78,801 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2016 78,799 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front pipe area (7.1.2)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high unable to adjust (1.8)

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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Pass 15 Jul 2015 78,607 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2015 78,607 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 78,364 miles

Battery loose

Nail in drivers side front tyre & tread low on inner edge

Slight drag o/s rear wheel

Pass 16 Aug 2013 77,764 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 77,490 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2012 77,490 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 77,231 miles

Clicking noise from steering

Nail in o/s front tyre

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

Pass 22 Jul 2010 76,864 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 76,534 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

nearside rear tyre wall split due to standing

Fail 8 Jul 2009 76,534 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Upper Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Upper Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 75,462 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 74,853 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2007 74,853 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 73,656 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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E419 SKG is a 1987 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 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 E419 SKG, 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.

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What year was E419 SKG registered?

E419 SKG is a 1987 Mazda 323, first registered on 30 December 1987.

Is E419 SKG safe to buy?

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