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P227 YFE

1997 Mazda 323

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

100,591 mi
Last recorded100,591 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2010
Typical for 1997 Mazda 32391,044 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP227 YFE
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 7 Apr 2010 100,591 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 98,219 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 92,842 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 89,465 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 87,169 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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P227 YFE is a 1997 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P227 YFE, 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 P227 YFE registered?

P227 YFE is a 1997 Mazda 323, first registered on 25 June 1997.

Is P227 YFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P227 YFE shows 5 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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