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FX51 AFU

2001 Mazda 323

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

97,241 mi
Last recorded97,241 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2022
Typical for 2001 Mazda 32368,232 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX51 AFU
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2022 97,241 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Jan 2022 97,240 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 89,655 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 20 Jan 2021 89,654 miles

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 86,675 miles

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

Fail 23 Jul 2019 86,675 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 22 May 2018 84,590 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2017 83,041 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2016 80,510 miles

Both rear tyres are wearing on the inner edge4s

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

Offside Rear Brake has slight bind

Pass 7 May 2015 77,774 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 May 2014 74,547 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 71,369 miles

N/S/R tyre cracking on outside edge

O/S/F tyre worn on inside edge

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

Fail 15 May 2013 71,369 miles

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

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

N/S/R tyre cracking on outside edge

O/S/F tyre worn on inside edge

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

Pass 11 May 2012 67,710 miles

Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 May 2011 63,176 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 57,458 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 57,262 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 21 May 2009 50,930 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2008 43,720 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2007 41,222 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 34,709 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2005 30,764 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
Full Mazda 323 reliability report

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FX51 AFU is a 2001 Mazda 323 in Green with a 1,600cc 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 FX51 AFU, 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 FX51 AFU registered?

FX51 AFU is a 2001 Mazda 323, first registered on 4 September 2001.

Is FX51 AFU safe to buy?

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