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P227 DRD

1996 Mazda 323

White Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

103,325 mi
Last recorded103,325 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2011
Typical for 1996 Mazda 32396,639 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP227 DRD
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2011 103,325 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

exhast repaired at front with tape but no blow

exhaust heat shield loose

slight under body corrosion

sump very corroded

temp repair on rear box fixing but is secure

Fail 14 Feb 2011 103,325 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

exhast repaired at front with tape but no blow

exhaust heat shield loose

slight under body corrosion

sump very corroded

temp repair on rear box fixing but is secure

Pass 11 Feb 2010 95,942 miles

o/s/r tyre and wheel slightly distorted

Fail 10 Feb 2010 95,942 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

o/s/r tyre and wheel slightly distorted

Pass 10 Feb 2009 86,701 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 70,201 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 17 Jan 2007 53,246 miles

both front tyres worn low

Fail 9 Feb 2006 49,865 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2006 49,865 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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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P227 DRD is a 1996 Mazda 323 in White with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 96,639 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 P227 DRD, 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 30 years old, this Mazda 323 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P227 DRD registered?

P227 DRD is a 1996 Mazda 323, first registered on 30 September 1996.

Is P227 DRD safe to buy?

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