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R117 ODP

1998 Mazda 323

Blue Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2013
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

85,005 mi
Last recorded85,005 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2012
Typical for 1998 Mazda 32387,911 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR117 ODP
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2012 85,005 miles

both number plates poor

both outer cv gaitors perished

both rear tyres perished

exhaust corroded

nearside front tyre worn low and perished

steering rack damp

Pass 20 Dec 2010 77,406 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 70,897 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 15 Dec 2009 70,897 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Dec 2008 66,067 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

exhaust mount has temp repair

rear no plate worn

Fail 18 Dec 2008 66,041 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

interior light not working

rear no plate worn

no 1 plug insecure

Pass 30 Jun 2008 63,391 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 58,528 miles

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

Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 26 Jun 2006 53,878 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2006 53,878 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

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

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

air bag warning lamp staying on

oil leak

Pass 21 Jun 2005 47,566 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2005 47,566 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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R117 ODP is a 1998 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 87,911 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 R117 ODP, 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 28 years old, this Mazda 323 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R117 ODP registered?

R117 ODP is a 1998 Mazda 323, first registered on 19 February 1998.

Is R117 ODP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R117 ODP shows 12 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.

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