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G126 FAB

1989 Mazda 323

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2010
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

133,616 mi
Last recorded133,616 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2009
Typical for 1989 Mazda 32380,673 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG126 FAB
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2009 133,616 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

corrosion rear fuel pipes

Fail 26 Feb 2009 133,616 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

corrosion rear fuel pipes

Fail 20 Oct 2008 133,626 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 12 Nov 2007 124,428 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2007 124,428 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Nov 2006 114,187 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2006 114,187 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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G126 FAB is a 1989 Mazda 323 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1989 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.4% with a typical mileage of 80,673 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 G126 FAB, 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 37 years old, this Mazda 323 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G126 FAB registered?

G126 FAB is a 1989 Mazda 323, first registered on 24 November 1989.

Is G126 FAB safe to buy?

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