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R278 FWV

1997 Mazda 323 Executive Auto

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

129,638 mi
Last recorded129,638 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2009
Typical for 1997 Mazda 323 Executive Auto80,759 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR278 FWV
MakeMazda
Model323 Executive Auto
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2009 129,638 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 125,831 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2008 125,830 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 113,906 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 323 Executive Auto?

Based on 542 MOT tests across 119 vehicles.

67.9%
Pass Rate
6,854
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
119
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44
Registration plate lamp not working 30
position lamp(s) not working 23
Headlamp aim too low 20
Brake pipe excessively corroded 19
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R278 FWV is a 1997 Mazda 323 Executive Auto in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Mazda 323 Executive Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 80,759 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 323 Executive Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R278 FWV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was R278 FWV registered?

R278 FWV is a 1997 Mazda 323 Executive Auto, first registered on 29 August 1997.

Is R278 FWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R278 FWV shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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