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LC51 BZU

2001 Mazda 323

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

152,631 mi
Last recorded152,631 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2015
Typical for 2001 Mazda 32368,232 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC51 BZU
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2015 152,631 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2013 146,949 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 28 Nov 2013 146,949 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 141,192 miles

corrosion to sills and underbody

exhaust corroded

n/s/f slightly tight

Oil leak

Pass 19 Oct 2011 137,296 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

front brake discs corroded

nearside front brake slightly binding

sills and underbody corroded

Pass 27 Oct 2010 133,970 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

FRONT BRAKE DISCS CORRODED

Fail 19 Oct 2010 133,970 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

FRONT BRAKE DISCS CORRODED

Pass 15 Oct 2009 130,674 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2008 127,760 miles

slight split in n/s/f wiper blade

Pass 30 Oct 2007 124,291 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 120,691 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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LC51 BZU is a 2001 Mazda 323 in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LC51 BZU, 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 LC51 BZU registered?

LC51 BZU is a 2001 Mazda 323, first registered on 28 September 2001.

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