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P238 SGC

1997 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2016
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,444 mi
Last recorded85,444 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2015
Typical for 1997 Mazda 32391,044 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP238 SGC
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2015 85,444 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 83,775 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2013 81,360 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 79,533 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 77,847 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2010 75,846 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2009 73,513 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 70,651 miles

front registration plate discloured

Pass 3 Nov 2006 67,683 miles

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

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

number plate front backing obscured

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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P238 SGC is a 1997 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 P238 SGC, 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 P238 SGC registered?

P238 SGC is a 1997 Mazda 323, first registered on 11 March 1997.

Is P238 SGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P238 SGC shows 9 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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