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FD51 VZS

2001 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

74,956 mi
Last recorded74,956 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2017
Typical for 2001 Mazda 32368,232 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD51 VZS
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2017 74,956 miles

both front tyres bald on inside and 2mm

nearside rear tyre 2mm and nail

Pass 17 Oct 2016 60,267 miles

front brake discs corroded

handbrake working but has slightly lower efficiency (passable)

n/s/f wiper blade split on end

o/s/f anti roll bar link end top balljoint cover slightly damaged

o/s/r wheel arch corroded (no sharp edges)

prescribed areas and chassis beginning to show signs of light corrosion

Fail 13 Oct 2016 60,266 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint lower (2.4.G.2)

front brake discs corroded

handbrake working but has slightly lower efficiency (passable)

n/s/f wiper blade split on end

o/s/f anti roll bar link end top balljoint cover slightly damaged

o/s/r wheel arch corroded (no sharp edges)

prescribed areas and chassis beginning to show signs of light corrosion

Pass 17 Oct 2015 48,502 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2015 48,502 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 44,972 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2014 44,956 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2013 39,539 miles

off side rear drop link has slight play

Pass 27 Nov 2012 36,337 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 33,529 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 31,005 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 28,044 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 25,337 miles

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

Fail 25 Nov 2008 25,337 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 Nov 2007 22,358 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 18,344 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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FD51 VZS is a 2001 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 68,232 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 FD51 VZS, 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 25 years old, this Mazda 323 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FD51 VZS registered?

FD51 VZS is a 2001 Mazda 323, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is FD51 VZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD51 VZS shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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