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R817 VOP

1997 Mazda 323

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

96,871 mi
Last recorded96,871 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2019
Typical for 1997 Mazda 32391,044 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR817 VOP
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2019 96,871 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 96,366 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 95,806 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 95,130 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 94,258 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 93,692 miles

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

Offside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Dec 2012 92,748 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 2 Dec 2011 91,451 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 90,576 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 89,717 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2008 88,534 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 85,759 miles

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

some bind on osr brake

Fail 24 Nov 2007 85,751 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

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

ns headlamp dimmer than os

some bind on osr brake

Pass 28 Nov 2006 82,173 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2006 82,168 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2005 69,341 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2005 69,341 miles

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

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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R817 VOP is a 1997 Mazda 323 in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 R817 VOP, 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 R817 VOP registered?

R817 VOP is a 1997 Mazda 323, first registered on 27 November 1997.

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The MOT history for R817 VOP shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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