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FL51 SFN

2001 Mazda 323

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

75,905 mi
Last recorded75,905 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2011
Typical for 2001 Mazda 32368,232 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL51 SFN
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2011 75,905 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

engine noise

rear brake discs corroded

Fail 9 Nov 2011 75,903 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

engine noise

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 3 Sep 2010 68,425 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 58,372 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 58,372 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

child seats fitted in rear, exhaust corroded, rear suspension bushes cracking, corrosion to rear wheel arches

Pass 11 Sep 2008 47,746 miles

REAR RADIUS ARM BUSHES STARTING TO CRACK. ENGINE OIL LOW AND DIRTY.

Pass 18 Sep 2007 40,132 miles

nsf, tyre close to legal limit.

nsr,tyre close to legal limit.

osf tyre close to legal limit.

Pass 18 Sep 2006 33,314 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2005 25,630 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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FL51 SFN is a 2001 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FL51 SFN, 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 FL51 SFN registered?

FL51 SFN is a 2001 Mazda 323, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is FL51 SFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL51 SFN shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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