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N103 HLN

1996 Mazda 323

Red Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

60,900 mi
Last recorded60,900 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2018
Typical for 1996 Mazda 32396,639 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN103 HLN
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2018 60,900 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 60,755 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 60,388 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2015 60,083 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 60,083 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 59,835 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 59,360 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2012 58,953 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 58,953 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 57,943 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 57,943 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Pass 10 Aug 2010 56,325 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 28 Aug 2009 54,616 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 54,616 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 52,864 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 50,611 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2006 48,237 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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N103 HLN is a 1996 Mazda 323 in Red with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1996 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 96,639 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 N103 HLN, 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 30 years old, this Mazda 323 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N103 HLN registered?

N103 HLN is a 1996 Mazda 323, first registered on 28 February 1996.

Is N103 HLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N103 HLN shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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