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P329 VGP

1997 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

130,183 mi
Last recorded130,183 miles
Recorded on20 May 2013
Typical for 1997 Mazda 32391,044 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP329 VGP
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2013 130,183 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 122,865 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 118,985 miles

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

Oil leak

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

Fail 19 May 2011 118,985 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

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

Pass 21 May 2010 116,131 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 20 May 2009 111,259 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 111,259 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 23 May 2008 101,844 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 91,617 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 82,468 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2006 82,486 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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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P329 VGP is a 1997 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 P329 VGP, 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 P329 VGP registered?

P329 VGP is a 1997 Mazda 323, first registered on 10 June 1997.

Is P329 VGP safe to buy?

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