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P223 BRU

1997 Mazda MX-3

Red Petrol 1845cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,432 mi
Last recorded95,432 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2008
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-386,688 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP223 BRU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-3
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,845cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 24 Nov 2008 95,432 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 88,180 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 81,895 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda MX-3?

Based on 67,760 MOT tests across 8,694 vehicles.

63.9%
Pass Rate
4,237
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
8,694
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,172
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,102
constant velocity joint gaiter split 3,642
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,510
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,968
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P223 BRU is a 1997 Mazda MX-3 in Red with a 1,845cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Mazda MX-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 86,688 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MX-3 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 4,172 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P223 BRU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX-3 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 29 years old, this Mazda MX-3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P223 BRU registered?

P223 BRU is a 1997 Mazda MX-3, first registered on 12 June 1997.

Is P223 BRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P223 BRU shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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