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M255 TUK

1994 Mazda 323

Grey Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

145,298 mi
Last recorded145,298 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2011
Typical for 1994 Mazda 32396,885 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM255 TUK
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1994
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2011 145,298 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2011 145,293 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 137,366 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2009 137,355 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2008 128,764 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 119,920 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 109,271 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2005 104,947 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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M255 TUK is a 1994 Mazda 323 in Grey with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 M255 TUK, 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 M255 TUK registered?

M255 TUK is a 1994 Mazda 323, first registered on 16 August 1994.

Is M255 TUK safe to buy?

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