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P52 NOA

1997 Mazda 323

Green Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

86,207 mi
Last recorded86,207 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2016
Typical for 1997 Mazda 32391,044 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP52 NOA
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2016 86,207 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2015 83,649 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 80,610 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2014 80,598 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 77,229 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2013 77,229 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Nearside Front Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Feb 2012 74,082 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 70,026 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 70,026 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Feb 2010 64,513 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2009 59,480 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2009 59,371 miles

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

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

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 Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Dec 2007 53,738 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2006 46,635 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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P52 NOA is a 1997 Mazda 323 in Green with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P52 NOA, 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 P52 NOA registered?

P52 NOA is a 1997 Mazda 323, first registered on 16 June 1997.

Is P52 NOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P52 NOA shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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