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F477 ODL

1988 Mazda 323

Red Petrol 1323cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

126,139 mi
Last recorded126,139 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2009
Typical for 1988 Mazda 32376,964 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF477 ODL
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,323cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 9 Sep 2009 126,139 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 126,139 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 121,195 miles

brake peadl rubber worn,movement in nsr suspension leg

Fail 11 Sep 2008 121,183 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

brake peadl rubber worn,movement in nsr suspension leg

Pass 12 Sep 2007 115,097 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2007 115,097 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2006 110,074 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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F477 ODL is a 1988 Mazda 323 in Red with a 1,323cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 F477 ODL, 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.

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What year was F477 ODL registered?

F477 ODL is a 1988 Mazda 323, first registered on 1 December 1988.

Is F477 ODL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F477 ODL shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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