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K56 VBW

1992 Mazda 323

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

65,181 mi
Last recorded65,181 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2017
Typical for 1992 Mazda 32398,243 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK56 VBW
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2017 65,181 miles

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

Fail 30 Jan 2017 65,178 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2015 62,887 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 59,164 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 59,135 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 59,081 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 58,966 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 58,836 miles

Oil leak

Fail 28 Apr 2011 58,836 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 25 May 2010 58,702 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2009 58,497 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 58,256 miles

nearside front brake binding on slightly

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 58,064 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 21 Jun 2006 57,689 miles

oil leak

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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K56 VBW is a 1992 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1992 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.0% with a typical mileage of 98,243 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 K56 VBW, 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 34 years old, this Mazda 323 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K56 VBW registered?

K56 VBW is a 1992 Mazda 323, first registered on 14 August 1992.

Is K56 VBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K56 VBW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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