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P31 XWR

1997 Mazda 323

Red Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

102,458 mi
Last recorded102,458 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2017
Typical for 1997 Mazda 32391,044 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP31 XWR
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2017 102,458 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

oil sump corroded

Fail 25 Apr 2017 102,458 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

oil sump corroded

Pass 20 Apr 2016 95,313 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2016 95,311 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 May 2015 87,771 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 84,309 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 84,309 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 81,166 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 72,924 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 May 2011 65,789 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 58,799 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 52,586 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 50,742 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 46,839 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Apr 2007 46,839 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2006 41,679 miles

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

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 XWR is a 1997 Mazda 323 in Red with a 1,489cc 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 P31 XWR, 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 P31 XWR registered?

P31 XWR is a 1997 Mazda 323, first registered on 25 April 1997.

Is P31 XWR safe to buy?

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