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S835 TCA

1998 Mazda 323

Green Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

126,234 mi
Last recorded126,234 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2015
Typical for 1998 Mazda 32387,911 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS835 TCA
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2015 126,234 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 120,888 miles

Oil leak

Fail 16 Jun 2014 120,888 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Oil leak

alt belt shredded.

Pass 12 Jun 2013 114,248 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 110,963 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

front reg plate damaged

Pass 4 Feb 2009 108,120 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2008 105,243 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2007 102,644 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front number plate deteriorating.

Pass 16 Jan 2006 98,501 miles

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

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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S835 TCA is a 1998 Mazda 323 in Green with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 S835 TCA, 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 S835 TCA registered?

S835 TCA is a 1998 Mazda 323, first registered on 28 August 1998.

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