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F973 GKE

1988 Mazda 323

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2023
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

111,666 mi
Last recorded111,666 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2022
Typical for 1988 Mazda 32376,964 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF973 GKE
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 26 Jan 2022 111,666 miles

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

Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2021 111,506 miles

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

underside of vehicle very corroded .

Pass 2 Jan 2020 111,112 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2018 110,464 miles

Bodywork corroded in places.

Pass 21 Dec 2017 109,370 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside rear wheel bearing showing signs of wear.

Outer c/v gaiters starting to perish.

Pass 21 Dec 2016 108,158 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 21 Dec 2015 106,541 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 104,360 miles

Both rear shocks weak/slight leak.

Exhaust system corroded/leaking in places.

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Dec 2013 102,638 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Dec 2012 100,820 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 20 Dec 2011 98,946 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 97,066 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 94,856 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 91,310 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 88,991 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 86,758 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 19 Dec 2005 84,208 miles

ADVISE N/S/R SHOCKABSORBER TOP MOUNT RUSTING

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
Full Mazda 323 reliability report

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F973 GKE is a 1988 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 F973 GKE, 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 F973 GKE registered?

F973 GKE is a 1988 Mazda 323, first registered on 29 December 1988.

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