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P344 WVL

1997 Mazda MX-3

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,303 mi
Last recorded94,303 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2009
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-386,688 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP344 WVL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-3
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 6 Apr 2009 94,303 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 84,605 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 73,753 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Apr 2006 62,409 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda MX-3?

Based on 67,760 MOT tests across 8,694 vehicles.

63.9%
Pass Rate
4,237
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
8,694
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,172
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,102
constant velocity joint gaiter split 3,642
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,510
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,968
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P344 WVL is a 1997 Mazda MX-3 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Mazda MX-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 86,688 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MX-3 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 4,172 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P344 WVL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX-3 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 29 years old, this Mazda MX-3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P344 WVL registered?

P344 WVL is a 1997 Mazda MX-3, first registered on 18 April 1997.

Is P344 WVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P344 WVL shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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