CarVerify

Free Car Check

S273 NCU

1998 Mazda 323 Executive

Blue Petrol 1840cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

78,491 mi
Last recorded78,491 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2008
Typical for 1998 Mazda 323 Executive94,331 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationS273 NCU
MakeMazda
Model323 Executive
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc
View full Mazda 323 Executive reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2008 78,491 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2008 78,491 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 8 Oct 2007 68,381 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 60,909 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Fail 30 Sep 2006 60,909 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Nov 2005 55,998 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 323 Executive?

Based on 2,225 MOT tests across 448 vehicles.

63.2%
Pass Rate
7,396
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
448
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 210
Registration plate lamp not working 190
Brake pipe excessively corroded 183
position lamp(s) not working 136
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 113
Full Mazda 323 Executive reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

S273 NCU is a 1998 Mazda 323 Executive in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Mazda 323 Executive models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 94,331 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 323 Executive fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 210 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S273 NCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 323 Executive typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Mazda 323 Executive is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S273 NCU?

You can check the full history of S273 NCU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was S273 NCU registered?

S273 NCU is a 1998 Mazda 323 Executive, first registered on 30 September 1998.

Is S273 NCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S273 NCU shows 6 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.

Does S273 NCU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on S273 NCU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.