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P236 MKR

1997 Mazda 323

Green Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2015
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,733 mi
Last recorded87,733 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2014
Typical for 1997 Mazda 32391,044 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP236 MKR
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 22 Mar 2014 87,733 miles

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

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

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

The entire undeside and suspension components are very heavily corroded,but at the present time acceptable.

Pass 16 Mar 2013 83,963 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 79,940 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 76,383 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 73,101 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 70,739 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 68,128 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 55,655 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 62,346 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 62,346 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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P236 MKR is a 1997 Mazda 323 in Green with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 P236 MKR, 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 P236 MKR registered?

P236 MKR is a 1997 Mazda 323, first registered on 25 April 1997.

Is P236 MKR safe to buy?

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