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EK51 NPC

2002 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

89,122 mi
Last recorded89,122 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2020
Typical for 2002 Mazda 32363,872 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK51 NPC
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2020 89,122 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 87,350 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 85,384 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 83,211 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 80,892 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 78,283 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 75,288 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 May 2013 71,547 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 67,176 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 62,480 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 58,221 miles
Fail 20 May 2010 58,221 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 May 2009 53,442 miles

NEAR SIDE FRONT TYRE SLIGHT WEAR INTERNALY

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

OFF SIDE REAR TYRE SLIGHT WEAR

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

Pass 7 May 2008 49,339 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

n.s.f/o.s.f/o.s.r and n.s.r tyre walls and treads have slight cracks

Pass 4 May 2007 43,486 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 39,197 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
Full Mazda 323 reliability report

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EK51 NPC is a 2002 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2002 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 63,872 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 EK51 NPC, 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 24 years old, this Mazda 323 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EK51 NPC registered?

EK51 NPC is a 2002 Mazda 323, first registered on 25 February 2002.

Is EK51 NPC safe to buy?

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