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FG51 MJV

2001 Mazda 323

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2022
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

77,877 mi
Last recorded77,877 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2021
Typical for 2001 Mazda 32368,232 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG51 MJV
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2021 77,877 miles

bind on nearside front brake

corrosion to underside

Pass 11 Nov 2020 76,034 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

underbody corrosion

Fail 2 Nov 2020 75,973 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

spare wheel well corroded

underbody corrosion

Pass 16 Nov 2019 72,009 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 68,490 miles

corrosion on brake pipes to flexi hoses

rear number plate delaminated

underbody corrosion

Pass 18 Nov 2017 65,844 miles

both front tyres worn inner

Fail 14 Nov 2017 65,818 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch to sill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch to sill (5.2.6)

both front tyres worn inner

Pass 12 Nov 2016 64,682 miles

corrosion floor to sills and lower arches

wear to both front tyres

Pass 9 Nov 2015 57,388 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 53,386 miles

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

corrosion to offside floor to sill

Pass 26 Oct 2013 50,263 miles

condition of front anti roll bar link upper dust covers borderline

offside rear brake pads wearing thin

Fail 6 Nov 2012 48,745 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 6 Nov 2012 48,745 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2011 47,475 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 19 Oct 2011 47,475 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 45,191 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 41,204 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 36,367 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2008 36,367 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2007 32,189 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 28,120 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 8 Nov 2005 25,597 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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FG51 MJV is a 2001 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 FG51 MJV, 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.

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What year was FG51 MJV registered?

FG51 MJV is a 2001 Mazda 323, first registered on 27 November 2001.

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