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P163 ABW

1996 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2007
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

136,622 mi
Last recorded136,622 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2006
Typical for 1996 Mazda 32396,639 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP163 ABW
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 29 Sep 2006 136,622 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2005 133,899 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

stone chip offside headlamp

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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P163 ABW is a 1996 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 96,639 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 P163 ABW, 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 30 years old, this Mazda 323 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P163 ABW registered?

P163 ABW is a 1996 Mazda 323, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P163 ABW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P163 ABW shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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