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MK51 FAU

2001 Mazda 323

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

18,659 mi
Last recorded18,659 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2020
Typical for 2001 Mazda 32368,232 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK51 FAU
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2020 18,659 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front tyres wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 17,753 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 16,528 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 15,366 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 14,426 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 13,936 miles

damage to N/S/F bumper

Pass 21 Jul 2014 13,160 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 11,433 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 10,713 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 10,067 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 9,386 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 7,975 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 7,975 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 17 Jul 2008 7,230 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2008 7,230 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 20 Jul 2007 6,069 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

two cuts to n/s/f tyre. no cords showing

Pass 20 Jul 2007 6,069 miles

two cuts to n/s/f tyre. no cords showing

Pass 25 Jul 2006 4,900 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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MK51 FAU is a 2001 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 MK51 FAU, 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 MK51 FAU registered?

MK51 FAU is a 2001 Mazda 323, first registered on 21 September 2001.

Is MK51 FAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK51 FAU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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