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R289 PGF

1998 Mazda 323

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

50,467 mi
Last recorded50,467 miles
Recorded on2 May 2017
Typical for 1998 Mazda 32387,911 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR289 PGF
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2017 50,467 miles

underneath vehicle all components/suspensions corrosion's

Pass 14 May 2016 48,870 miles

underneath vehicle all components/suspensions corrosion's

Pass 13 May 2015 47,107 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

exhaust bracket corroded/broken but system secure

exhaust system corroding

Pass 6 May 2014 44,324 miles

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

centre exhaust bracket broken but exhaust secure .exhaust system corroded

Fail 6 May 2014 44,324 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

both rear brake pads getting low

centre exhaust bracket broken but exhaust secure .exhaust system corroded

o/s/r tyre perishing

Pass 17 May 2013 41,845 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2005 40,521 miles

nearside and offside rear tyres feathering inner edge

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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R289 PGF is a 1998 Mazda 323 in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R289 PGF, 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 R289 PGF registered?

R289 PGF is a 1998 Mazda 323, first registered on 30 March 1998.

Is R289 PGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R289 PGF shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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