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R498 TLW

1998 Mazda 323 Executive Auto

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

55,486 mi
Last recorded55,486 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2006
Typical for 1998 Mazda 323 Executive Auto85,849 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR498 TLW
MakeMazda
Model323 Executive Auto
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2006 55,486 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2005 47,656 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2005 47,656 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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
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R498 TLW is a 1998 Mazda 323 Executive Auto in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Mazda 323 Executive Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 85,849 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R498 TLW, 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 28 years old, this Mazda 323 Executive Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R498 TLW registered?

R498 TLW is a 1998 Mazda 323 Executive Auto, first registered on 9 April 1998.

Is R498 TLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R498 TLW shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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