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S797 TBO

1998 Mazda 323

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2017
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

111,164 mi
Last recorded111,164 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2016
Typical for 1998 Mazda 32387,911 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS797 TBO
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2016 111,164 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 108,445 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2015 108,445 miles

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

Fail 24 Sep 2014 104,110 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2014 104,110 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 100,338 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 96,545 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2012 96,545 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 92,862 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2011 92,862 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 90,207 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 88,932 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2009 88,932 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 84,254 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2007 76,939 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 70,429 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

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

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

oil leak

Pass 28 Nov 2005 62,894 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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S797 TBO is a 1998 Mazda 323 in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1998 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 87,911 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 S797 TBO, 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 28 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 S797 TBO registered?

S797 TBO is a 1998 Mazda 323, first registered on 3 August 1998.

Is S797 TBO safe to buy?

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