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P344 BFC

1997 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

133,166 mi
Last recorded133,166 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2014
Typical for 1997 Mazda 32391,044 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP344 BFC
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2014 133,166 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2013 127,097 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 27 Mar 2013 127,092 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 Apr 2012 122,110 miles

Child seats fitted O/s and N/s rear

Pass 25 Mar 2011 116,528 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 110,207 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2009 104,011 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

O/s front tyre slight wear on inner edge

O/s rear tyre outer sidewall showing perishing cracks, advise changing

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2008 98,042 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 13 Apr 2007 92,401 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 92,401 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Feb 2006 84,053 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2006 84,027 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.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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P344 BFC is a 1997 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 P344 BFC, 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 P344 BFC registered?

P344 BFC is a 1997 Mazda 323, first registered on 14 January 1997.

Is P344 BFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P344 BFC shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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