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FY51 KVM

2001 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

100,483 mi
Last recorded100,483 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2017
Typical for 2001 Mazda 32368,232 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY51 KVM
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Fail 24 Jul 2017 100,483 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded end of sill and wheel arch (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded end of sill and wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded end of sill and wheel arch (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded end of sill and wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 95,230 miles

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

Nearside rear wheel arch corroded

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

Offside rear wheel arch corroded

Rear exhaust flange corroded

Pass 22 Jul 2015 90,463 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 85,039 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 80,258 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 75,855 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 70,295 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 63,341 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 55,144 miles

ENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT ON

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 47,495 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2007 38,378 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 29,333 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2005 24,148 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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FY51 KVM is a 2001 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FY51 KVM, 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 FY51 KVM registered?

FY51 KVM is a 2001 Mazda 323, first registered on 29 September 2001.

Is FY51 KVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY51 KVM shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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