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P31 PKH

1996 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

122,433 mi
Last recorded122,433 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2012
Typical for 1996 Mazda 32396,639 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP31 PKH
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2012 122,433 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Jan 2011 108,800 miles

front pads low

handbrake feels wierd recommend attention

rear brake pipes rusting

Pass 28 Jan 2010 100,014 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 95,780 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 90,229 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 85,009 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both rear tyres cracking on wall.

Fail 9 Jan 2007 84,994 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

offside rear brake weak. both rear tyres cracking on wall.

Pass 27 Jan 2006 79,393 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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P31 PKH is a 1996 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P31 PKH, 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 P31 PKH registered?

P31 PKH is a 1996 Mazda 323, first registered on 23 August 1996.

Is P31 PKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P31 PKH shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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