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MU51 FNJ

2001 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

61,997 mi
Last recorded61,997 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2020
Typical for 2001 Mazda 32368,232 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMU51 FNJ
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Fail 29 Oct 2020 61,997 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 40% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 45% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability top mount seized (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2019 61,443 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 59,977 miles

Both rear tyres cracking on outer walls

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 May 2018 59,977 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Both rear tyres cracking on outer walls

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 59,268 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 58,630 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 58,148 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 57,220 miles

Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 Jul 2014 57,220 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 52,396 miles

Heavy surface corrosion to all suspension components not affecting steering or suspension

Heavy surface corrosion to floor and underside of vehicle. not affecting suspension and steering at this time

Pass 19 Jun 2012 45,575 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 43,078 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 40,589 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2010 40,589 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 38,060 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 35,620 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2007 32,048 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2007 32,048 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 27,939 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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MU51 FNJ is a 2001 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 MU51 FNJ, 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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MU51 FNJ is a 2001 Mazda 323, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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