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P312 PBM

1996 Mazda 323

Green Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

209,685 mi
Last recorded209,685 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2010
Typical for 1996 Mazda 32396,639 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP312 PBM
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2010 209,685 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2010 209,449 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Rear Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 199,343 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 199,343 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 183,558 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2008 183,120 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 161,688 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 161,688 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2006 148,202 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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P312 PBM is a 1996 Mazda 323 in Green with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P312 PBM, 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.

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What year was P312 PBM registered?

P312 PBM is a 1996 Mazda 323, first registered on 15 November 1996.

Is P312 PBM safe to buy?

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