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R32 DDB

1998 Mazda 323

Blue Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

112,383 mi
Last recorded112,383 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2009
Typical for 1998 Mazda 32387,911 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR32 DDB
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2009 112,383 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2008 99,793 miles

Oil leak

Pass 12 Apr 2007 87,904 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 78,727 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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R32 DDB is a 1998 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R32 DDB, 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 R32 DDB registered?

R32 DDB is a 1998 Mazda 323, first registered on 17 April 1998.

Is R32 DDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R32 DDB shows 4 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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