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R258 GHK

1998 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

127,721 mi
Last recorded127,721 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2021
Typical for 1998 Mazda 32387,911 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR258 GHK
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2021 127,721 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 115,089 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 101,669 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2019 101,669 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 97,983 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 94,541 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both side (2.4.A.3)

Pass 22 May 2015 86,776 miles
Pass 5 May 2014 78,876 miles

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

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 5 May 2014 78,876 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 28 May 2013 71,809 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 May 2013 71,809 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 68,329 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 66,226 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 26 May 2011 66,226 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 May 2010 61,261 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 56,691 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 49,620 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 42,428 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 40,104 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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R258 GHK is a 1998 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 R258 GHK, 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 R258 GHK registered?

R258 GHK is a 1998 Mazda 323, first registered on 30 April 1998.

Is R258 GHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R258 GHK shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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