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N238 RNR

1996 Mazda 323

White Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

107,757 mi
Last recorded107,757 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2012
Typical for 1996 Mazda 32396,639 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN238 RNR
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2012 107,757 miles

Rear wiper blade is broken

Rocker cover gasket is leaking

Fail 31 Jan 2012 107,757 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear wiper blade is broken

Rocker cover gasket is leaking

Pass 9 Feb 2011 99,317 miles

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

Fail 31 Jan 2011 99,195 miles

Offside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2010 91,296 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 27 Jan 2009 83,517 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

different speed rated tyres fitted to rear (ok for this test)

nsf indicator lens cracked (ok at this mot)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 83,517 miles

different speed rated tyres fitted to rear (ok for this test)

nsf indicator lens cracked (ok at this mot)

Pass 29 Jan 2008 77,186 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 29 Jan 2008 77,186 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 29 Jan 2007 71,164 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 22 Feb 2006 65,323 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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N238 RNR is a 1996 Mazda 323 in White with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 N238 RNR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N238 RNR?

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What year was N238 RNR registered?

N238 RNR is a 1996 Mazda 323, first registered on 2 February 1996.

Is N238 RNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N238 RNR shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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