CarVerify

Free Car Check

R304 LHP

1997 Mazda 323 Executive Auto

Blue Petrol 1840cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

132,398 mi
Last recorded132,398 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2009
Typical for 1997 Mazda 323 Executive Auto80,759 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR304 LHP
MakeMazda
Model323 Executive Auto
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc
View full Mazda 323 Executive Auto reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2009 132,398 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2008 120,238 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Apr 2007 108,635 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

Fail 14 Apr 2007 108,635 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

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
Full Mazda 323 Executive Auto reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R304 LHP is a 1997 Mazda 323 Executive Auto in Blue 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 R304 LHP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R304 LHP?

You can check the full history of R304 LHP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R304 LHP registered?

R304 LHP is a 1997 Mazda 323 Executive Auto, first registered on 28 November 1997.

Is R304 LHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R304 LHP 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.

Does R304 LHP have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R304 LHP. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.