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P525 HLV

1996 Mazda 323

White Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

119,938 mi
Last recorded119,938 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2015
Typical for 1996 Mazda 32396,639 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP525 HLV
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2015 119,938 miles

rear exhaust box corrosion

Pass 16 Aug 2014 109,965 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Aug 2013 101,505 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 91,678 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 6 Aug 2011 81,546 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 78,493 miles

rear roadsprings corroded rear suspension generally corroded....

Fail 3 Jun 2010 78,493 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear roadsprings corroded rear suspension generally corroded....

Pass 29 May 2009 75,843 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 70,720 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 65,989 miles

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

rear roadsprings corroded!

Fail 17 May 2007 65,989 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

rear roadsprings corroded!

Pass 17 May 2006 59,085 miles

o/s headlamp fitting's ?? †rear exhaust corroded..... † both front tyres are 3.0mm.....

Pass 14 Jun 2005 53,430 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
Full Mazda 323 reliability report

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P525 HLV is a 1996 Mazda 323 in White with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 P525 HLV, 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.

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What year was P525 HLV registered?

P525 HLV is a 1996 Mazda 323, first registered on 25 November 1996.

Is P525 HLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P525 HLV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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