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R838 FVC

1997 Mazda 323 GX

Red Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2011
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,756 mi
Last recorded66,756 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2010
Typical for 1997 Mazda 323 GX94,662 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR838 FVC
MakeMazda
Model323 GX
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 1 Jul 2010 66,756 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 65,978 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 63,538 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 323 GX?

Based on 742 MOT tests across 131 vehicles.

60.6%
Pass Rate
7,537
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
131
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 76
Brake pipe excessively corroded 65
Registration plate lamp not working 53
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 46
position lamp(s) not working 45
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R838 FVC is a 1997 Mazda 323 GX in Red with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Mazda 323 GX models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.1% with a typical mileage of 94,662 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 323 GX fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R838 FVC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 323 GX typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Mazda 323 GX is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R838 FVC registered?

R838 FVC is a 1997 Mazda 323 GX, first registered on 24 October 1997.

Is R838 FVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R838 FVC shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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