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R827 ABM

1997 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

160,849 mi
Last recorded160,849 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2011
Typical for 1997 Mazda 32391,044 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR827 ABM
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2011 160,849 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 88,669 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 82,029 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2008 75,339 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2008 74,885 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

accident damage to vehicle

both front indicator lamps damaged

handbrake travel

number plate lamps loose

Pass 4 Oct 2007 68,146 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2007 68,146 miles

Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 20 Oct 2006 63,020 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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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R827 ABM is a 1997 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R827 ABM, 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 R827 ABM registered?

R827 ABM is a 1997 Mazda 323, first registered on 31 October 1997.

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