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P248 KRX

1997 Mazda 323

Red Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

113,076 mi
Last recorded113,076 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2016
Typical for 1997 Mazda 32391,044 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP248 KRX
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2016 113,076 miles

Offside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 14 Jan 2016 112,048 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 29 Dec 2015 112,040 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Jan 2015 111,066 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Dec 2013 109,656 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2013 109,653 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 Dec 2012 107,991 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2012 107,991 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Dec 2011 106,523 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 29 Dec 2010 105,001 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2010 105,001 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jan 2010 104,223 miles

front brake disks poor condition

front brakes binding slightly

oil leak

exhaust system rusty and has a slight blow from centre to rear

rear numberplate starting to deteriorate

Pass 2 Jan 2009 101,430 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2007 96,446 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2006 91,474 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2005 86,656 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
Full Mazda 323 reliability report

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P248 KRX is a 1997 Mazda 323 in Red with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P248 KRX, 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 P248 KRX registered?

P248 KRX is a 1997 Mazda 323, first registered on 17 June 1997.

Is P248 KRX safe to buy?

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