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L18 MGB

1997 Mazda 323

Red Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

123,917 mi
Last recorded123,917 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2011
Typical for 1997 Mazda 32391,044 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL18 MGB
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2011 123,917 miles

Oil leak

Fail 21 Nov 2011 123,917 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 123,279 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2009 122,419 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 20 Nov 2008 121,051 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2008 121,015 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Nov 2007 118,826 miles

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Nov 2006 116,150 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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L18 MGB is a 1997 Mazda 323 in Red with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 91,044 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 L18 MGB, 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 29 years old, this Mazda 323 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L18 MGB registered?

L18 MGB is a 1997 Mazda 323, first registered on 11 December 1997.

Is L18 MGB safe to buy?

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