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OE53 PCV

2003 Mazda 323

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

161,540 mi
Last recorded161,540 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2013
Typical for 2003 Mazda 32357,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE53 PCV
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2013 161,540 miles

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 24 Jul 2012 148,543 miles

Heavy surfac e corrosion to both rear inner sills but structually sound at present.

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 24 Jul 2012 148,543 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Heavy surfac e corrosion to both rear inner sills but structually sound at present.

Pass 11 Jan 2011 130,120 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 119,728 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Dec 2008 108,090 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 96,195 miles

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

front brake discs corroded

front number plate poor condition

front tyres worn low on edges

rear pads worn low

slight knock from steering

Pass 15 Dec 2006 76,714 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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
Full Mazda 323 reliability report

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OE53 PCV is a 2003 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2003 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 57,526 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 OE53 PCV, 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 23 years old, this Mazda 323 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was OE53 PCV registered?

OE53 PCV is a 2003 Mazda 323, first registered on 25 November 2003.

Is OE53 PCV safe to buy?

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