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R345 TSN

1998 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

137,926 mi
Last recorded137,926 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2011
Typical for 1998 Mazda 32387,911 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR345 TSN
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2011 137,926 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 122,498 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Fail 16 Nov 2010 122,488 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 16 Nov 2009 113,770 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2009 113,770 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2009 112,928 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2008 101,909 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 91,725 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2006 79,654 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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R345 TSN is a 1998 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R345 TSN, 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 R345 TSN registered?

R345 TSN is a 1998 Mazda 323, first registered on 29 May 1998.

Is R345 TSN safe to buy?

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