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P286 NVU

1997 Mazda 323

White Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

107,017 mi
Last recorded107,017 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2010
Typical for 1997 Mazda 32391,044 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP286 NVU
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 30 Apr 2010 107,017 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 107,017 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 97,095 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 97,094 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Lower Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2007 86,432 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 74,181 miles

middle section bracket loose

rear anti-roll bar links have slight play

rear tyres cracking

Pass 27 Sep 2005 61,727 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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P286 NVU is a 1997 Mazda 323 in White with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P286 NVU, 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

How do I check the history of P286 NVU?

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What year was P286 NVU registered?

P286 NVU is a 1997 Mazda 323, first registered on 30 April 1997.

Is P286 NVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P286 NVU shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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