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H134 JLB

1997 Mazda 323

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

70,926 mi
Last recorded70,926 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2006
Typical for 1997 Mazda 32391,044 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH134 JLB
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2006 70,926 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2005 66,505 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2005 66,505 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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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H134 JLB is a 1997 Mazda 323 in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 91,044 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 H134 JLB, 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 29 years old, this Mazda 323 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was H134 JLB registered?

H134 JLB is a 1997 Mazda 323, first registered on 20 October 1997.

Is H134 JLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for H134 JLB shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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