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F724 KEV

1988 Mazda 323

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

70,403 mi
Last recorded70,403 miles
Recorded on3 May 2025
Typical for 1988 Mazda 32376,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF724 KEV
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2025 70,403 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2023 70,399 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 7 May 2022 70,182 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 12 May 2021 69,834 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2021 69,832 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch / sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Jun 2010 69,784 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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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F724 KEV is a 1988 Mazda 323 in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 F724 KEV, 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 F724 KEV registered?

F724 KEV is a 1988 Mazda 323, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F724 KEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F724 KEV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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