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F251 JJN

1988 Mazda 323

White Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

72,996 mi
Last recorded72,996 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2013
Typical for 1988 Mazda 32376,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF251 JJN
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2013 72,996 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 71,284 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2010 71,277 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2010 71,277 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Dec 2008 71,270 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2007 71,234 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2006 66,620 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Oil leak

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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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F251 JJN is a 1988 Mazda 323 in White with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 F251 JJN, 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 F251 JJN registered?

F251 JJN is a 1988 Mazda 323, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F251 JJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for F251 JJN shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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