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MJ51 UTM

2001 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2011
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

102,278 mi
Last recorded102,278 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2011
Typical for 2001 Mazda 32368,232 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ51 UTM
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 14 Oct 2011 102,278 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

handbrake light on

slight bind offside front wheel

Pass 1 Oct 2010 97,637 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 1 Oct 2010 97,637 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Oct 2009 91,115 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2008 80,433 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 74,857 miles

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

Fail 9 Nov 2007 74,857 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Front registration plate not displaying the postcode of the supplying outlet (6.3.3a)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

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

Fail 31 May 2007 71,048 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 May 2007 71,048 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 60,365 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 58,830 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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MJ51 UTM is a 2001 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MJ51 UTM, 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.

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What year was MJ51 UTM registered?

MJ51 UTM is a 2001 Mazda 323, first registered on 21 December 2001.

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