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N518 BON

1996 Mazda 323

White Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

55,580 mi
Last recorded55,580 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2016
Typical for 1996 Mazda 32396,639 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN518 BON
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2016 55,580 miles

coil spring corroded front and rear n/s and o/s (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 30 Nov 2016 55,580 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

coil spring corroded front and rear n/s and o/s (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 13 Nov 2015 53,449 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 51,435 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 49,423 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2013 49,190 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Nov 2012 46,884 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 44,254 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2011 44,195 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 41,788 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2010 41,782 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2009 39,611 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Oct 2008 38,065 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2008 38,065 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2007 36,094 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 34,625 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 23 Oct 2006 34,625 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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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N518 BON is a 1996 Mazda 323 in White with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 1996 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 96,639 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 N518 BON, 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 N518 BON registered?

N518 BON is a 1996 Mazda 323, first registered on 10 May 1996.

Is N518 BON safe to buy?

The MOT history for N518 BON shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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