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HW51 BZL

2001 Mazda 323

Red Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

75,761 mi
Last recorded75,761 miles
Recorded on16 May 2014
Typical for 2001 Mazda 32368,232 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW51 BZL
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2014 75,761 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2013 70,350 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2012 65,404 miles

Air bag light flashes

Both front tyres wearing on edges

Exhaust system deteriorating

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

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

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

Fail 1 Feb 2012 65,404 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)

Air bag light flashes

Both front tyres wearing on edges

Exhaust system deteriorating

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2011 61,774 miles

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

both front brake discs pitted

Pass 22 Jan 2010 57,229 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2010 57,229 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Jan 2009 51,782 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 15 Jan 2008 46,336 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2008 46,336 miles

Nearside Front 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 Dec 2006 40,556 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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HW51 BZL is a 2001 Mazda 323 in Red with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 HW51 BZL, 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 HW51 BZL registered?

HW51 BZL is a 2001 Mazda 323, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is HW51 BZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW51 BZL shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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