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P36 KSG

1996 Mazda 323

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2012
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

111,397 mi
Last recorded111,397 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2011
Typical for 1996 Mazda 32396,639 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP36 KSG
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2011 111,397 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2011 11,397 miles

Offside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 10,289 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 96,654 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2009 96,654 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 89,759 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 80,964 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2007 80,964 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2006 74,010 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2005 66,576 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2005 66,576 miles

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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P36 KSG is a 1996 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1996 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 96,639 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P36 KSG, 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 30 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 P36 KSG registered?

P36 KSG is a 1996 Mazda 323, first registered on 23 August 1996.

Is P36 KSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P36 KSG shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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