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L82 BFP

1994 Mazda 323

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

60,765 mi
Last recorded60,765 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2010
Typical for 1994 Mazda 32396,885 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL82 BFP
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2010 60,765 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear wiper arm has been snapped off

Smoke from under bonnet - Signs off sparks and burning from alternator

Fail 5 Sep 2009 60,570 miles

Bonnet hinges are very stiff

Both front hub caps are mising

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

Rear wiper arm has been broken off

Pass 5 Sep 2009 60,570 miles

Bonnet hinges are very stiff

Both front hub caps are mising

Rear wiper arm has been broken off

Pass 6 Sep 2008 60,314 miles

rear wiper arm damaged /missing

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

front wiper blade small split

rear brake pads low

Fail 6 Sep 2008 60,314 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front wiper blade small split

rear brake pads low

rear wiper arm damaged /missing

Pass 13 Sep 2007 59,909 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2007 59,909 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

REAR BRAKE PADS LOW

SLIGHT SPLIT TO OFF SIDE FRONT OUTTER DRIVE SHAFT GAITER

Pass 9 Sep 2006 59,623 miles

ACCIDENT DAMAGE TO NEAR SIDE FRONT WING AND BUMPER

REAR BRAKE PADS LOW WILL NEED ATTENTION

SLIGHT DAMAGE TO FRONT NUMBER PLATE

SLIGHT FLUCTUATION TO REAR BRAKES

VERY SMALL LEAK TO NEAR SIDE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER

Fail 9 Sep 2006 59,623 miles

ACCIDENT DAMAGE TO NEAR SIDE FRONT WING AND BUMPER

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

REAR BRAKE PADS LOW WILL NEED ATTENTION

SLIGHT DAMAGE TO FRONT NUMBER PLATE

SLIGHT FLUCTUATION TO REAR BRAKES

VERY SMALL LEAK TO NEAR SIDE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER

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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L82 BFP is a 1994 Mazda 323 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1994 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.2% with a typical mileage of 96,885 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 L82 BFP, 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 32 years old, this Mazda 323 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L82 BFP registered?

L82 BFP is a 1994 Mazda 323, first registered on 6 January 1994.

Is L82 BFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L82 BFP shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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