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P105 NLN

1997 Mazda 323

Green Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

84,598 mi
Last recorded84,598 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2020
Typical for 1997 Mazda 32391,044 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP105 NLN
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2020 84,598 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 83,897 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 82,908 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

front and rear suspension components have surface rust

Pass 20 Apr 2017 81,861 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 80,777 miles

Offside Rear corrosion to wheelarch/sill

Pass 22 Apr 2015 79,770 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 78,673 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 76,940 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2013 76,940 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 15,342 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 73,474 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 71,601 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 68,355 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 64,248 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2007 58,919 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 54,563 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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P105 NLN is a 1997 Mazda 323 in Green with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1997 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 91,044 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 P105 NLN, 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 29 years old, this Mazda 323 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P105 NLN registered?

P105 NLN is a 1997 Mazda 323, first registered on 14 February 1997.

Is P105 NLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P105 NLN shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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