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R658 XKM

1997 Mazda 323

Green Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,829 mi
Last recorded29,829 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2017
Typical for 1997 Mazda 32391,044 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR658 XKM
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 13 Oct 2017 29,829 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 25,143 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 24,704 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 24,204 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 23,698 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front number plate damaged but not likely to be misread.

Pass 7 Jul 2011 23,080 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 22,348 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 21,297 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 20,587 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 19,690 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front number plate cracked, still secure and legible

nearside rear tyre tread lumpy on inside edge

Pass 7 Jul 2006 18,749 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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R658 XKM is a 1997 Mazda 323 in Green with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 91,044 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 R658 XKM, 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 29 years old, this Mazda 323 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R658 XKM registered?

R658 XKM is a 1997 Mazda 323, first registered on 31 August 1997.

Is R658 XKM safe to buy?

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