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L417 OPW

1993 Mazda 323

Grey Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2025
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,945 mi
Last recorded50,945 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2024
Typical for 1993 Mazda 32395,315 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL417 OPW
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1993
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 28 Sep 2024 50,945 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 50,755 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear body sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive body sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 50,256 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 49,309 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 48,284 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 47,559 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 46,641 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 45,181 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 44,111 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 42,937 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides front (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 1 Oct 2014 41,192 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 38,582 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 37,036 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 35,340 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2010 34,224 miles

front brakes binding slighty

Pass 2 Oct 2009 29,161 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 27,377 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 25,132 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 23,818 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2005 23,690 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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L417 OPW is a 1993 Mazda 323 in Grey with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L417 OPW, 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 L417 OPW registered?

L417 OPW is a 1993 Mazda 323, first registered on 1 October 1993.

Is L417 OPW safe to buy?

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