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K228 SBX

1993 Mazda 323

Red Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

35,409 mi
Last recorded35,409 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2017
Typical for 1993 Mazda 32395,315 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK228 SBX
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2017 35,409 miles

All Underneath corroded inner sills

Front Discs corroded

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Sub frame corroded

Pass 3 Feb 2016 28,982 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 23,868 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 22,780 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 21,881 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 20,317 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 17,288 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 14,693 miles

surface corrosion to o/s and n/s/r suspension arms

Pass 27 Jan 2009 14,025 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 13,762 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2008 13,761 miles

Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 Jan 2007 13,511 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 13,128 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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K228 SBX is a 1993 Mazda 323 in Red with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1993 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.3% with a typical mileage of 95,315 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 K228 SBX, 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 33 years old, this Mazda 323 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K228 SBX registered?

K228 SBX is a 1993 Mazda 323, first registered on 21 January 1993.

Is K228 SBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for K228 SBX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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