MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
146,078 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front bumper insecure
Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Nearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
How Reliable is the Mazda 323?
Based on 823,541 MOT tests across 88,407 vehicles.
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N871 FVS is a 1996 Mazda 323 in Red with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 N871 FVS, 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 N871 FVS registered?
N871 FVS is a 1996 Mazda 323, first registered on 30 December 1996.
Is N871 FVS safe to buy?
The MOT history for N871 FVS shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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