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KF51 VRL

2001 Mazda 323

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

170,157 mi
Last recorded170,157 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2015
Typical for 2001 Mazda 32368,232 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF51 VRL
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2015 170,157 miles

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

oil leak

Pass 18 Nov 2014 164,109 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Nov 2013 153,933 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 142,336 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 129,298 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 119,248 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2010 119,248 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Nov 2009 109,832 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 103,940 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 95,370 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 81,887 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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KF51 VRL is a 2001 Mazda 323 in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 KF51 VRL, 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 KF51 VRL registered?

KF51 VRL is a 2001 Mazda 323, first registered on 19 November 2001.

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