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PJ53 VSN

2004 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

88,960 mi
Last recorded88,960 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2019
Typical for 2004 Mazda 32364,775 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ53 VSN
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2019 88,960 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

oil filter leaking

Pass 28 Jun 2018 83,909 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both slides corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 77,556 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all front (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 71,435 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 61,817 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 54,418 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 43,075 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 33,081 miles

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

Fail 17 Oct 2011 33,081 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2010 26,957 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 23,983 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 20,784 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 17,642 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2007 17,642 miles

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

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

rear tyres cracked inbetween tread.

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

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PJ53 VSN is a 2004 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2004 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 64,775 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 PJ53 VSN, 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 22 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 PJ53 VSN registered?

PJ53 VSN is a 2004 Mazda 323, first registered on 20 January 2004.

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