CarVerify

Free Car Check

P966 FTS

1996 Mazda 323

Blue Petrol 1498cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

116,505 mi
Last recorded116,505 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2009
Typical for 1996 Mazda 32396,639 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP966 FTS
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2009 116,505 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

both outer sills weak

both rear wheel arches rusty

oil leak (sump)

Fail 12 Aug 2009 116,505 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

both outer sills weak

both rear wheel arches rusty

heat shield on cat loose

oil leak (sump)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 111,704 miles

centre and rear exhaust heat shieds loose

squeaking from offside front brake

Fail 4 Aug 2008 111,613 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

centre and rear exhaust heat shieds loose

Pass 23 Aug 2007 101,866 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 98,670 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
Full Mazda 323 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P966 FTS is a 1996 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 P966 FTS, 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

How do I check the history of P966 FTS?

You can check the full history of P966 FTS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P966 FTS registered?

P966 FTS is a 1996 Mazda 323, first registered on 26 August 1996.

Is P966 FTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P966 FTS shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P966 FTS have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P966 FTS. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.