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P201 JVP

1997 Mazda 323

Green Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

111,253 mi
Last recorded111,253 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2018
Typical for 1997 Mazda 32391,044 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP201 JVP
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2018 111,253 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 13 Dec 2016 99,989 miles

Central Front Inner Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshner hanging from internal rear view mirror ()

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2016 92,921 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 12 Apr 2016 92,921 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 13 May 2015 86,613 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 78,955 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 May 2013 71,842 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 71,842 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 71,212 miles

Front wipers slightly smearing

Pass 20 May 2011 70,595 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 69,353 miles

Front number plate cracked

Pass 1 May 2009 65,965 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 64,498 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 61,688 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 58,669 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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P201 JVP is a 1997 Mazda 323 in Green with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 P201 JVP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P201 JVP registered?

P201 JVP is a 1997 Mazda 323, first registered on 10 February 1997.

Is P201 JVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P201 JVP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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