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R81 KAX

1997 Mazda 323

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

136,954 mi
Last recorded136,954 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2010
Typical for 1997 Mazda 32391,044 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR81 KAX
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2010 136,954 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

front brake discs worn.

front exhaust corroded.

ns/f and os/f mirrors slightly loose.

ns/f cv boot cracking.

Fail 21 Jun 2010 136,889 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

front brake discs worn.

front exhaust corroded.

ns/f and os/f mirrors slightly loose.

ns/f cv boot cracking.

Pass 1 Jun 2009 128,459 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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R81 KAX is a 1997 Mazda 323 in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R81 KAX, 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 R81 KAX registered?

R81 KAX is a 1997 Mazda 323, first registered on 22 November 1997.

Is R81 KAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R81 KAX 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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