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P204 BRU

1997 Mazda 323

Green Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

113,563 mi
Last recorded113,563 miles
Recorded on31 May 2014
Typical for 1997 Mazda 32391,044 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP204 BRU
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2014 113,563 miles
Fail 17 May 2014 113,563 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 11 May 2013 104,226 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 95,236 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 78,313 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2010 55,137 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 37,998 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2008 32,048 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 28,939 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 May 2006 22,677 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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P204 BRU is a 1997 Mazda 323 in Green with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P204 BRU, 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 P204 BRU registered?

P204 BRU is a 1997 Mazda 323, first registered on 12 June 1997.

Is P204 BRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P204 BRU shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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