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P214 KJM

1997 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

85,306 mi
Last recorded85,306 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2013
Typical for 1997 Mazda 32391,044 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP214 KJM
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2013 85,306 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

front wipers slight worn.

n/s/r tyre slight worn inner tread edge.

Fail 3 Feb 2012 78,959 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 3 Feb 2012 78,959 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 30 Dec 2010 69,292 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 66,703 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 60,137 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 50,806 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 42,145 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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P214 KJM is a 1997 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P214 KJM, 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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What year was P214 KJM registered?

P214 KJM is a 1997 Mazda 323, first registered on 3 July 1997.

Is P214 KJM safe to buy?

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