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F501 VBD

1988 Mazda 323

White Petrol 1323cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

110,685 mi
Last recorded110,685 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2012
Typical for 1988 Mazda 32376,964 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF501 VBD
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,323cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2012 110,685 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 107,626 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 105,646 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 103,422 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2008 101,442 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 101,328 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2007 98,710 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 95,645 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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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F501 VBD is a 1988 Mazda 323 in White with a 1,323cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 F501 VBD, 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 F501 VBD registered?

F501 VBD is a 1988 Mazda 323, first registered on 28 September 1988.

Is F501 VBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for F501 VBD shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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