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KH53 AHX

2004 Mazda 323

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

99,264 mi
Last recorded99,264 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2015
Typical for 2004 Mazda 32364,775 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKH53 AHX
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2015 99,264 miles

offside rear wheel arch corroding

rear brake pipes corroding

Fail 16 Mar 2015 99,250 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

offside rear wheel arch corroding

rear brake pipes corroding

Pass 14 Feb 2014 95,453 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2013 92,153 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 Feb 2013 92,153 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 88,458 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2011 84,914 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2011 84,914 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2010 81,271 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 75,438 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 68,217 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2008 68,217 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 56,986 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 37,435 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2006 37,435 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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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KH53 AHX is a 2004 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 64,775 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KH53 AHX, 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 22 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 KH53 AHX registered?

KH53 AHX is a 2004 Mazda 323, first registered on 7 January 2004.

Is KH53 AHX safe to buy?

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