MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
65,388 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
o/s/r tyre signs of perishing side wall
Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
How Reliable is the Mazda 323 Executive?
Based on 2,225 MOT tests across 448 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P197 BRU is a 1997 Mazda 323 Executive in Red with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1997 Mazda 323 Executive models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.7% with a typical mileage of 101,563 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Mazda 323 Executive fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 210 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P197 BRU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Mazda 323 Executive typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Mazda 323 Executive is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of P197 BRU?
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What year was P197 BRU registered?
P197 BRU is a 1997 Mazda 323 Executive, first registered on 5 June 1997.
Is P197 BRU safe to buy?
The MOT history for P197 BRU 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.
Does P197 BRU have outstanding finance?
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