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R128 VYA

1998 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

61,098 mi
Last recorded61,098 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2014
Typical for 1998 Mazda 32387,911 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR128 VYA
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2014 61,098 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2013 57,643 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2013 57,643 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 55,819 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 44,127 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2010 37,604 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 33,226 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 30,960 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 28,711 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 25,903 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
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R128 VYA is a 1998 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R128 VYA, 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 R128 VYA registered?

R128 VYA is a 1998 Mazda 323, first registered on 16 February 1998.

Is R128 VYA safe to buy?

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