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P802 GVR

1996 Mazda 323

Green Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

116,995 mi
Last recorded116,995 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2013
Typical for 1996 Mazda 32396,639 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP802 GVR
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2013 116,995 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 105,585 miles

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

Fail 16 Oct 2012 105,584 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Fail 17 Oct 2011 101,885 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front number plate damaged

o/s wiper spindle worn

rear axle tie bar bushes poor condition

slight judder on front brakes

Pass 17 Oct 2011 101,885 miles

front number plate damaged

o/s wiper spindle worn

rear axle tie bar bushes poor condition

slight judder on front brakes

Pass 11 Oct 2010 96,353 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2010 96,353 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Oct 2009 90,955 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 85,337 miles

front brake pads are low approx 3000 miles

n/s headlight is a little dim

wiper spindles are very worn but wipers still clear well

Pass 15 Oct 2007 79,872 miles

cat convertor is corroding at the mounting.

Pass 18 Oct 2006 75,384 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2006 75,383 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 carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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P802 GVR is a 1996 Mazda 323 in Green with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P802 GVR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P802 GVR registered?

P802 GVR is a 1996 Mazda 323, first registered on 15 August 1996.

Is P802 GVR safe to buy?

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