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P358 PVG

1997 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

65,887 mi
Last recorded65,887 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2016
Typical for 1997 Mazda 32391,044 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP358 PVG
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 9 Dec 2016 65,887 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded both rear outer sills (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded nearside rear chassis (2.4.A.3)

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

under vehicle rusty

Pass 11 Dec 2015 65,602 miles

under vehicle rusty

Fail 10 Dec 2015 65,601 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

under vehicle rusty

Pass 9 Dec 2014 64,987 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2013 63,447 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Nov 2013 63,447 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Dec 2012 60,384 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2012 60,384 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 56,144 miles

both front tyres getting close to wear bars 3-3.5mm

Pass 10 Dec 2010 54,720 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Dec 2009 53,195 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 50,820 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 47,239 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 45,200 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 42,353 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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P358 PVG is a 1997 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 P358 PVG, 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 P358 PVG registered?

P358 PVG is a 1997 Mazda 323, first registered on 29 March 1997.

Is P358 PVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P358 PVG shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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