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LR52 VRX

2000 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

119,508 mi
Last recorded119,508 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2016
Typical for 2000 Mazda 32373,964 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR52 VRX
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2016 119,508 miles

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

Fail 11 Jul 2016 119,387 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2015 115,642 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 113,166 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 98,788 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2013 98,779 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 20 Nov 2012 81,514 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2012 81,514 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 7 Nov 2011 73,140 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 60,356 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 41,612 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 45,840 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 40,814 miles

o/s and n/s/f tyres side walls cracked

Pass 5 Sep 2006 36,470 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 31,155 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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LR52 VRX is a 2000 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2000 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 73,964 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 LR52 VRX, 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 26 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 LR52 VRX registered?

LR52 VRX is a 2000 Mazda 323, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is LR52 VRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR52 VRX shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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