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P521 WGF

1997 Mazda 323

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

82,676 mi
Last recorded82,676 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2016
Typical for 1997 Mazda 32391,044 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP521 WGF
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2016 82,676 miles

Front coil spring corroded /rear (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

general underside of vehicle corroded

oil leak

Fail 13 Jun 2016 82,676 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Front Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Front coil spring corroded /rear (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

general underside of vehicle corroded

oil leak

Pass 12 Jun 2015 77,516 miles

general under body corrosion

Pass 18 Jun 2014 72,495 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

general corrosion on suspension components

Pass 29 Jan 2013 63,768 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2013 63,768 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 25 Jan 2012 60,761 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 57,997 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 55,214 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 52,361 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 47,715 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 42,593 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 38,386 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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P521 WGF is a 1997 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 P521 WGF, 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 P521 WGF registered?

P521 WGF is a 1997 Mazda 323, first registered on 30 June 1997.

Is P521 WGF safe to buy?

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