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P153 JVU

1997 Mazda 323 Gxi

Red Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

102,712 mi
Last recorded102,712 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2008
Typical for 1997 Mazda 323 Gxi91,441 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP153 JVU
MakeMazda
Model323 Gxi
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 29 Sep 2008 102,712 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2008 102,712 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2007 75,348 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 63,144 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

How Reliable is the Mazda 323 Gxi?

Based on 3,493 MOT tests across 703 vehicles.

63.0%
Pass Rate
7,567
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
703
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 278
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 264
position lamp(s) not working 230
Registration plate lamp not working 229
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 161
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P153 JVU is a 1997 Mazda 323 Gxi in Red with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Mazda 323 Gxi models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.4% with a typical mileage of 91,441 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 323 Gxi fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 278 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P153 JVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 323 Gxi typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Mazda 323 Gxi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P153 JVU registered?

P153 JVU is a 1997 Mazda 323 Gxi, first registered on 17 January 1997.

Is P153 JVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P153 JVU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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