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P198 GAN

1997 Mazda 323

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

168,251 mi
Last recorded168,251 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2009
Typical for 1997 Mazda 32391,044 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP198 GAN
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2009 168,251 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Oct 2008 163,103 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2008 162,743 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 13 Sep 2007 160,118 miles

All four tyres worn on inner and outer edges.

General corrosion appearing on rear inner sills,offside outer sill.and vehicle underside.

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Sep 2007 160,118 miles

All four tyres worn on inner and outer edges.

General corrosion appearing on rear inner sills,offside outer sill.and vehicle underside.

Pass 3 Aug 2006 149,851 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2006 149,265 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

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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P198 GAN is a 1997 Mazda 323 in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P198 GAN, 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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P198 GAN is a 1997 Mazda 323, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is P198 GAN safe to buy?

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