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G438 JVH

1990 Mazda 323

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

70,287 mi
Last recorded70,287 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2016
Typical for 1990 Mazda 32394,435 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG438 JVH
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2016 70,287 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 70,287 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 67,727 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 65,536 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 63,091 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 60,948 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 58,532 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2010 51,359 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 48,311 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2009 48,311 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2008 46,060 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2008 46,060 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Apr 2007 43,326 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2007 43,320 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 4 Apr 2006 39,698 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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G438 JVH is a 1990 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1990 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.1% with a typical mileage of 94,435 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 G438 JVH, 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 36 years old, this Mazda 323 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G438 JVH registered?

G438 JVH is a 1990 Mazda 323, first registered on 1 April 1990.

Is G438 JVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for G438 JVH shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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