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P869 ORT

1996 Mazda 323

White Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2017
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

79,767 mi
Last recorded79,767 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2016
Typical for 1996 Mazda 32396,639 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP869 ORT
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2016 79,767 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 67,066 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2015 67,066 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Fail 12 Nov 2014 62,067 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2014 62,067 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 57,387 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2012 51,824 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

o.s.r tyre has cut on inner part of sidewall

wet condition at time of test

Pass 12 Nov 2012 51,824 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

o.s.r tyre has cut on inner part of sidewall

wet condition at time of test

Pass 9 Nov 2011 49,199 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 47,124 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2009 45,294 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Pass 11 Nov 2009 45,294 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 14 Nov 2008 43,167 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2008 43,167 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Nov 2007 40,724 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2007 40,724 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2006 40,591 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2006 40,591 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 40,266 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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P869 ORT is a 1996 Mazda 323 in White with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P869 ORT, 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 P869 ORT registered?

P869 ORT is a 1996 Mazda 323, first registered on 10 December 1996.

Is P869 ORT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P869 ORT shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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