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R908 DGE

1997 Mazda 323

Red Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

102,921 mi
Last recorded102,921 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2013
Typical for 1997 Mazda 32391,044 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR908 DGE
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2013 102,921 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

both front brake discs lipped

offside front tyre wearing on inner shoulder1856514h

Fail 6 Jul 2013 102,920 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

both front brake discs lipped

offside front tyre wearing on inner shoulder1856514h

Pass 9 Jul 2012 97,550 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2012 97,550 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 92,215 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 87,113 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2009 82,288 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2009 82,287 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 2 Jul 2008 76,525 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 76,525 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 71,056 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 71,056 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

wiper blades starting to split

Pass 4 Jul 2006 66,440 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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R908 DGE is a 1997 Mazda 323 in Red with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R908 DGE, 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 R908 DGE registered?

R908 DGE is a 1997 Mazda 323, first registered on 17 September 1997.

Is R908 DGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R908 DGE shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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