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R52 EKG

1997 Mazda 323 LX

Blue Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

119,704 mi
Last recorded119,704 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2008
Typical for 1997 Mazda 323 LX97,160 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR52 EKG
MakeMazda
Model323 LX
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2008 119,704 miles

front pads low

front no. plate cracked

Fail 25 Jul 2008 119,704 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front no. plate cracked

front pads low

Pass 17 Feb 2007 98,630 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 86,340 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 323 LX?

Based on 620 MOT tests across 137 vehicles.

60.8%
Pass Rate
6,228
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
137
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 61
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 58
Brake pipe excessively corroded 50
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 37
constant velocity joint gaiter split 36
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R52 EKG is a 1997 Mazda 323 LX in Blue with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Mazda 323 LX models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.5% with a typical mileage of 97,160 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 323 LX fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R52 EKG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 323 LX typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 29 years old, this Mazda 323 LX is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R52 EKG registered?

R52 EKG is a 1997 Mazda 323 LX, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R52 EKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R52 EKG 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.

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