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P247 LAC

1996 Mazda 323

White Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2013
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

142,434 mi
Last recorded142,434 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2012
Typical for 1996 Mazda 32396,639 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP247 LAC
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 11 Jul 2012 142,434 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

engine oil leak

o/s/f tyre wearing low on inner edge

rear number plate tatty

Pass 6 Jul 2011 138,604 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

slight oil leak from engine sump

Pass 7 Jul 2010 133,275 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 127,117 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 122,361 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 117,025 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 111,163 miles

both front tyres wearing thin

Pass 5 Jul 2005 105,941 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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P247 LAC is a 1996 Mazda 323 in White with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P247 LAC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P247 LAC registered?

P247 LAC is a 1996 Mazda 323, first registered on 7 October 1996.

Is P247 LAC safe to buy?

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