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R209 KAE

1998 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2014
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

110,813 mi
Last recorded110,813 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2013
Typical for 1998 Mazda 32387,911 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR209 KAE
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2013 110,813 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear exhaust mounting has broken away. Exhaust is still supported securely by the other mountings

Pass 19 Sep 2012 106,987 miles

Centre and rear exhaust sections in poor condition. Recommend replacement.

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 19 Sep 2012 106,985 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 103,149 miles

child seat fitted unable to test seat belt

o/s & n/s cv gaiters splitting

o/s wiper blade split

Fail 15 Sep 2011 103,122 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

child seat fitted unable to test seat belt

o/s & n/s cv gaiters splitting

o/s wiper blade split

Fail 15 Sep 2010 99,444 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Number Plate Slighty Damaged

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 99,444 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Number Plate Slighty Damaged

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

Pass 22 Sep 2009 95,910 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 95,906 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Slight Damage To Front Number Plate.

Pass 19 Sep 2008 89,751 miles

Front number plate damaged

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 10 Sep 2007 82,362 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2007 82,362 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1) DANGEROUS

nearside rear tyre worn lumpy

offside rear tyre has cut to surface of inner sidewall

Pass 20 Sep 2006 74,265 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2005 68,735 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

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R209 KAE is a 1998 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R209 KAE, 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 R209 KAE registered?

R209 KAE is a 1998 Mazda 323, first registered on 30 June 1998.

Is R209 KAE safe to buy?

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