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R904 LEL

1997 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,525 mi
Last recorded89,525 miles
Recorded on21 May 2009
Typical for 1997 Mazda 32391,044 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR904 LEL
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 21 May 2009 89,525 miles

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

both cv boots cracking

Pass 19 May 2008 80,730 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 72,249 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 62,564 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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R904 LEL is a 1997 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 R904 LEL, 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 R904 LEL registered?

R904 LEL is a 1997 Mazda 323, first registered on 8 August 1997.

Is R904 LEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R904 LEL shows 4 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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