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R261 DUH

1997 Mazda 323 Gxi

White Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2008
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

136,211 mi
Last recorded136,211 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2007
Typical for 1997 Mazda 323 Gxi91,441 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR261 DUH
MakeMazda
Model323 Gxi
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 26 Oct 2007 136,211 miles

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

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 21 Oct 2006 125,186 miles

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

rear brake shoes worn.

Pass 22 Oct 2005 113,258 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 323 Gxi?

Based on 3,493 MOT tests across 703 vehicles.

63.0%
Pass Rate
7,567
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
703
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 278
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 264
position lamp(s) not working 230
Registration plate lamp not working 229
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 161
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R261 DUH is a 1997 Mazda 323 Gxi in White with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Mazda 323 Gxi models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.4% with a typical mileage of 91,441 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 323 Gxi fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 278 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R261 DUH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 323 Gxi typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Mazda 323 Gxi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R261 DUH registered?

R261 DUH is a 1997 Mazda 323 Gxi, first registered on 17 October 1997.

Is R261 DUH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R261 DUH shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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