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R986 DBM

1997 Mazda 323

Green Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

117,627 mi
Last recorded117,627 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2012
Typical for 1997 Mazda 32391,044 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR986 DBM
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 27 Mar 2012 117,627 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2012 117,627 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 110,783 miles

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

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

offside rear tyre perishing 185/65x14

Pass 17 Mar 2010 106,434 miles

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

o/s front tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 17 Mar 2010 106,434 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

o/s front tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 11 Mar 2009 100,100 miles

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 100,100 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 95,682 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2006 87,963 miles

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

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

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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R986 DBM is a 1997 Mazda 323 in Green with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R986 DBM, 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 R986 DBM registered?

R986 DBM is a 1997 Mazda 323, first registered on 8 August 1997.

Is R986 DBM safe to buy?

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