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F631 FKP

1988 Mazda 323

Black Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2014
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

88,477 mi
Last recorded88,477 miles
Recorded on28 May 2013
Typical for 1988 Mazda 32376,964 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF631 FKP
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 May 2013 88,477 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

nearside front wiper blade is split slightly

rear wiper blade is worn out

Fail 28 May 2013 88,477 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

nearside front wiper blade is split slightly

rear wiper blade is worn out

Pass 1 Jun 2012 88,095 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak

there are several areas of early stages of rust on the floor pan

Pass 26 May 2011 87,523 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 87,025 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 87,025 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Battery insecure

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

Oil leak

Pass 28 May 2009 86,412 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

rear wiper blade perished

Fail 28 May 2009 86,412 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear wiper blade perished

Pass 4 Jun 2008 85,954 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2008 85,949 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

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

Pass 31 May 2007 84,987 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 84,419 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 84,391 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2005 83,729 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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F631 FKP is a 1988 Mazda 323 in Black with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 F631 FKP, 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 F631 FKP registered?

F631 FKP is a 1988 Mazda 323, first registered on 20 December 1988.

Is F631 FKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for F631 FKP shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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