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F431 TFX

1988 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2021
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,010 mi
Last recorded85,010 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2020
Typical for 1988 Mazda 32376,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF431 TFX
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 17 Jun 2020 85,010 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four worn / cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

undersealed under body

Pass 7 Mar 2017 84,011 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 79,253 miles

nearside front slight corrosion ( no movement)

Pass 24 Jan 2013 74,403 miles

Exhaust weak

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Underside of car weak

Pass 16 Dec 2011 72,226 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 21 Dec 2010 69,994 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 67,855 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 64,842 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Dec 2007 61,823 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 58,880 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 54,581 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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F431 TFX is a 1988 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F431 TFX, 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 F431 TFX registered?

F431 TFX is a 1988 Mazda 323, first registered on 21 September 1988.

Is F431 TFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F431 TFX shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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