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MAZ 8131

1998 Mazda 323

Green Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

39,326 mi
Last recorded39,326 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2017
Typical for 1998 Mazda 32387,911 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMAZ 8131
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2017 39,326 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 33,752 miles

light corrosion to chassis and suspensions

rattle from exhaust baffles

Pass 27 May 2015 32,900 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 31,760 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 30,491 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 28,621 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 25,898 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 17 May 2011 25,886 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 25 May 2010 23,131 miles

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

rear seat base missing

Pass 2 Jun 2009 20,193 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 16,931 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 12,994 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2005 12,186 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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MAZ 8131 is a 1998 Mazda 323 in Green with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1998 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 87,911 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 MAZ 8131, 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 28 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 MAZ 8131 registered?

MAZ 8131 is a 1998 Mazda 323, first registered on 27 August 1998.

Is MAZ 8131 safe to buy?

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