MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
151,944 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
both c.v boots perishing
front brake pads look low
slight blow from exhaust tail box joint
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
both c.v boots perishing
front brake pads look low
o/s/f tyre 3mm and worn bold on inner edge
slight blow from exhaust tail box joint
front brake pads appear slightly worn. †rear anti roll bar link rods slightly worn/play. †fluctuation to front brakes. †
rear suspension coil springs slightly corroding. †rear tyres 3mm tread. †slight wear to steering rack knuckles. †slight wear/play to o/s/f anti roll bar link rod. † †
How Reliable is the Mazda 323?
Based on 823,541 MOT tests across 88,407 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R988 DBM is a 1997 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 R988 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.
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What year was R988 DBM registered?
R988 DBM is a 1997 Mazda 323, first registered on 1 August 1997.
Is R988 DBM safe to buy?
The MOT history for R988 DBM shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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