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OU53 AYK

2003 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

106,374 mi
Last recorded106,374 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Mazda 32357,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU53 AYK
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 5 Nov 2018 106,374 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

corrosion to nearside + offside rear inner sills

Pass 10 Oct 2017 96,811 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Oct 2016 91,856 miles

offside & nearside front inner wings x 2 beginning to corrode.

offside & nearside outer sills x 2 beginning to corrode @ the rear.

Pass 1 Oct 2015 86,331 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 78,959 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 73,277 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 65,150 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 59,799 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 52,953 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 46,918 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 41,987 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 37,498 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 30,164 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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OU53 AYK is a 2003 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OU53 AYK, 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 OU53 AYK registered?

OU53 AYK is a 2003 Mazda 323, first registered on 11 September 2003.

Is OU53 AYK safe to buy?

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