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EKZ 9881

2001 Mazda 323

Black Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2023
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

93,956 mi
Last recorded93,956 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2022
Typical for 2001 Mazda 32368,232 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEKZ 9881
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2022 93,956 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2022 93,949 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 89,933 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 3 Aug 2021 89,274 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smears (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smears (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2021 88,594 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both lamps don't work (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Mar 2020 83,949 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2020 83,949 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 4 Jan 2019 74,485 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2019 74,485 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jan 2018 72,636 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 69,377 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2017 69,377 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 65,518 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2016 65,518 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 60,413 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 53,752 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 48,463 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 45,325 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 42,018 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 36,495 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 33,495 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 31,343 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 28,812 miles

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

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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EKZ 9881 is a 2001 Mazda 323 in Black with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 2001 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 68,232 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 EKZ 9881, 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 25 years old, this Mazda 323 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EKZ 9881 registered?

EKZ 9881 is a 2001 Mazda 323, first registered on 31 December 2001.

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The MOT history for EKZ 9881 shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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