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FP51 RCZ

2001 Mazda 323

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

101,187 mi
Last recorded101,187 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2016
Typical for 2001 Mazda 32368,232 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP51 RCZ
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2016 101,187 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 96,024 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 85,994 miles

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

both front shock absorbers weeping oil

front lower engine mounting starting to split

Fail 21 Feb 2014 85,991 miles

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

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

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

both front shock absorbers weeping oil

front lower engine mounting starting to split

Pass 15 Feb 2013 74,753 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)

front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 17 Dec 2011 67,236 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 52,171 miles

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

engine management light was on.

Pass 4 Dec 2009 37,523 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 31,735 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Nov 2007 26,386 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 24,272 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Nov 2005 21,805 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 RCZ is a 2001 Mazda 323 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FP51 RCZ, 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 FP51 RCZ registered?

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

Is FP51 RCZ safe to buy?

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