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FP51 PZW

2001 Mazda 323

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2021
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

84,990 mi
Last recorded84,990 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2020
Typical for 2001 Mazda 32368,232 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP51 PZW
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2020 84,990 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Surface corrosion apparent on all components and prescribed areas under the vehicle

Fail 8 Sep 2020 84,990 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens which changes emitted colour to other than white or yellow (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Surface corrosion apparent on all components and prescribed areas under the vehicle

Pass 9 Sep 2019 82,855 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 80,326 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2018 80,322 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 76,106 miles

engine management light on

Pass 5 Sep 2016 72,265 miles

both sides sills corroded

Fail 5 Sep 2016 72,265 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

both sides sills corroded

Pass 4 Sep 2015 68,291 miles

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

oil leak under body slightly corroded

Pass 15 Sep 2014 64,179 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2014 64,178 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 59,330 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2013 59,326 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2012 55,127 miles

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

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

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

Fail 5 Oct 2012 55,125 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2011 51,629 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2011 51,628 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2010 47,478 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 43,239 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2008 38,890 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 32,898 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Nov 2006 30,200 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2005 25,334 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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FP51 PZW is a 2001 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FP51 PZW, 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 FP51 PZW registered?

FP51 PZW is a 2001 Mazda 323, first registered on 22 November 2001.

Is FP51 PZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP51 PZW shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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