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R524 BBK

1998 Mazda 323 Glx

Red Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2011
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

187,178 mi
Last recorded187,178 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2010
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR524 BBK
MakeMazda
Model323 Glx
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2010 187,178 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Nov 2010 187,170 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Nov 2009 165,581 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 30 Nov 2009 165,581 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Nov 2008 145,445 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2008 145,445 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 14 Nov 2007 136,847 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 10 Nov 2007 136,809 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2006 131,331 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2005 122,105 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 323 Glx?

Based on 3,664 MOT tests across 783 vehicles.

59.4%
Pass Rate
6,699
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
783
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 392
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 372
Registration plate lamp not working 273
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 231
Brake pipe excessively corroded 213
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R524 BBK is a 1998 Mazda 323 Glx in Red with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

The most common reason a Mazda 323 Glx fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 392 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R524 BBK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 323 Glx typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 28 years old, this Mazda 323 Glx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R524 BBK registered?

R524 BBK is a 1998 Mazda 323 Glx, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R524 BBK safe to buy?

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