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F235 TVC

1989 Mazda 323

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

59,980 mi
Last recorded59,980 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2011
Typical for 1989 Mazda 32380,673 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF235 TVC
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 13 Jul 2011 59,980 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 59,606 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 59,103 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 58,372 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2007 57,717 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2007 57,717 miles

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 31 Jul 2006 57,052 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2006 57,052 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside rear wheel bearing noisy

oil leak

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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F235 TVC is a 1989 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1989 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.4% with a typical mileage of 80,673 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 F235 TVC, 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 37 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 F235 TVC registered?

F235 TVC is a 1989 Mazda 323, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F235 TVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for F235 TVC 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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