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R293 AOF

1998 Mazda 323

Blue Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

117,297 mi
Last recorded117,297 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2017
Typical for 1998 Mazda 32387,911 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR293 AOF
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 6 Jun 2017 117,297 miles

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

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2016 113,850 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2016 113,825 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 110,207 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2015 110,172 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2014 106,173 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2014 106,141 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2013 104,050 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 103,432 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 101,728 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2011 101,728 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Feb 2010 100,234 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 98,975 miles

WIPERS POOR==OSF STRUT TOP BEARING SPLIT==PLAY IN OSR DROP LINK==SLIGHT BIND FR BRAKES==CV BOOTS PERISHED==SLIGHT LIFTING IN REAR TYRES

Pass 3 Aug 2007 97,895 miles

o/s rear exhaust mtg exhaust insecure

o/s washers partially blocked

Pass 3 Jul 2006 95,495 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2005 85,156 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
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R293 AOF is a 1998 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 R293 AOF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R293 AOF registered?

R293 AOF is a 1998 Mazda 323, first registered on 27 March 1998.

Is R293 AOF safe to buy?

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