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P378 HDP

1997 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

73,506 mi
Last recorded73,506 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Mazda 32391,044 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP378 HDP
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 73,506 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 26 Sep 2025 73,504 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 68,320 miles

Front subframe and suspension components corroded

Pass 24 Apr 2019 68,123 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 67,816 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads worn (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 67,405 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2016 66,880 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 66,101 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 65,489 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 65,489 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 64,914 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 64,273 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 63,535 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 62,608 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 61,151 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 59,793 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 57,302 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 55,142 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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P378 HDP is a 1997 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P378 HDP, 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 P378 HDP registered?

P378 HDP is a 1997 Mazda 323, first registered on 30 April 1997.

Is P378 HDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P378 HDP shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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