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M226 WPU

1995 Mazda 323

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

85,465 mi
Last recorded85,465 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2013
Typical for 1995 Mazda 32398,590 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM226 WPU
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2013 85,465 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2013 85,464 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Fail 22 Oct 2011 84,620 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Oct 2011 84,620 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 Apr 2010 882,850 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 80,445 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 77,814 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 72,826 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 72,786 miles

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

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 5 Apr 2006 69,022 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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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M226 WPU is a 1995 Mazda 323 in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1995 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.0% with a typical mileage of 98,590 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 M226 WPU, 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 31 years old, this Mazda 323 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M226 WPU registered?

M226 WPU is a 1995 Mazda 323, first registered on 20 January 1995.

Is M226 WPU safe to buy?

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