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P855 SMJ

1997 Mazda 323 Executive Auto

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

86,628 mi
Last recorded86,628 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2007
Typical for 1997 Mazda 323 Executive Auto80,759 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP855 SMJ
MakeMazda
Model323 Executive Auto
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2007 86,628 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2007 86,352 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Sep 2006 73,160 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2006 73,160 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Pass 30 Sep 2005 55,889 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 323 Executive Auto?

Based on 542 MOT tests across 119 vehicles.

67.9%
Pass Rate
6,854
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
119
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44
Registration plate lamp not working 30
position lamp(s) not working 23
Headlamp aim too low 20
Brake pipe excessively corroded 19
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P855 SMJ is a 1997 Mazda 323 Executive Auto in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Mazda 323 Executive Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 80,759 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mazda 323 Executive Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P855 SMJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 323 Executive Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Mazda 323 Executive Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P855 SMJ registered?

P855 SMJ is a 1997 Mazda 323 Executive Auto, first registered on 19 February 1997.

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The MOT history for P855 SMJ shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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