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OE51 BKD

2001 Mazda 323

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

83,916 mi
Last recorded83,916 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2018
Typical for 2001 Mazda 32368,232 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE51 BKD
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2018 83,916 miles

Both headlights going cloudy

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust system deteriorated

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 82,704 miles

both front tyre valves starting to crack

both front tyres starting to wear on edges

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 8 Dec 2016 81,089 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 78,971 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2015 78,971 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2014 76,108 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Dec 2013 72,662 miles

Exhaust system deteriorating.

Pass 6 Dec 2012 68,384 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 64,480 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake discs pitting on the inner faces

nearside rear tyre tread steping

offside rear tyre starting to crack

Pass 15 Dec 2010 60,113 miles

both front discs corroded

nearside rear tyre slightly out of shape

offside rear tyre slight cracking on side walls

Pass 7 Dec 2009 55,845 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

nearside front brake disc pitted

Pass 16 Dec 2008 51,086 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2007 45,418 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 29 Nov 2007 45,418 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 39,990 miles

front number plate starting to delaminate

Pass 16 Dec 2005 32,727 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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OE51 BKD is a 2001 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 OE51 BKD, 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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What year was OE51 BKD registered?

OE51 BKD is a 2001 Mazda 323, first registered on 20 December 2001.

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