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P903 JKP

1996 Mazda 323

Red Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

89,127 mi
Last recorded89,127 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2020
Typical for 1996 Mazda 32396,639 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP903 JKP
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2020 89,127 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 84,477 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2018 77,647 miles
Fail 2 May 2018 77,647 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1 Front to rear brake pipe corroded (marked with yellow chalk) (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 71,046 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 62,284 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 14 Apr 2016 62,284 miles

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

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 56,805 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2015 56,805 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 51,126 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2014 51,126 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 43,621 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 37,777 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 37,777 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 31,039 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 23,005 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 21,784 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 21,443 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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P903 JKP is a 1996 Mazda 323 in Red with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 P903 JKP, 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 P903 JKP registered?

P903 JKP is a 1996 Mazda 323, first registered on 23 December 1996.

Is P903 JKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P903 JKP shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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