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R821 XFC

1997 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

136,713 mi
Last recorded136,713 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2011
Typical for 1997 Mazda 32391,044 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR821 XFC
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 18 Mar 2011 136,713 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 136,396 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 135,297 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 132,374 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 129,912 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 126,978 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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R821 XFC is a 1997 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 R821 XFC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R821 XFC registered?

R821 XFC is a 1997 Mazda 323, first registered on 29 November 1997.

Is R821 XFC safe to buy?

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