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P440 NKO

1997 Mazda 323

Red Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

91,048 mi
Last recorded91,048 miles
Recorded on9 May 2014
Typical for 1997 Mazda 32391,044 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP440 NKO
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2014 91,048 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 86,610 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 79,991 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2011 75,377 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

rear tyres perishing slightly

sump very rusty

Pass 12 May 2010 71,466 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2009 68,024 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2008 64,893 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 59,834 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 51,953 miles
Fail 20 May 2006 51,953 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

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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P440 NKO is a 1997 Mazda 323 in Red with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P440 NKO, 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 P440 NKO registered?

P440 NKO is a 1997 Mazda 323, first registered on 22 May 1997.

Is P440 NKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P440 NKO shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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