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J485 FGX

1991 Mazda 323

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,069 mi
Last recorded69,069 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2009
Typical for 1991 Mazda 32396,966 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ485 FGX
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 28 Oct 2009 69,069 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

nearside sill corroded

offside sill corroded

Pass 29 Oct 2008 60,925 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 59,620 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 57,205 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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J485 FGX is a 1991 Mazda 323 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1991 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.7% with a typical mileage of 96,966 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 J485 FGX, 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 35 years old, this Mazda 323 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J485 FGX registered?

J485 FGX is a 1991 Mazda 323, first registered on 9 November 1991.

Is J485 FGX safe to buy?

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