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P306 LWK

1997 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2021
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,950 mi
Last recorded48,950 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2019
Typical for 1997 Mazda 32391,044 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP306 LWK
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 22 Jul 2019 48,950 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 45,081 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 44,211 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 43,766 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 43,307 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jun 2014 42,925 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 25 Jun 2013 42,092 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 40,154 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 38,567 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 36,852 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 34,810 miles

Nearside rear tyre cracked and perished on sidewalls

Pass 24 Jun 2008 31,855 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 29,376 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 27,718 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2005 25,944 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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P306 LWK is a 1997 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 P306 LWK, 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.

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What year was P306 LWK registered?

P306 LWK is a 1997 Mazda 323, first registered on 24 January 1997.

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