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S849 ABX

1998 Mazda 323

Green Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

102,026 mi
Last recorded102,026 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2020
Typical for 1998 Mazda 32387,911 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS849 ABX
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Fail 13 Aug 2020 102,026 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

vehicle heavily corroded

Pass 25 Jan 2019 100,508 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2018 99,145 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 4 Jan 2017 95,987 miles

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 93,801 miles

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 12 Jan 2015 91,879 miles

rust forming on front and rear axle components

Pass 22 Jan 2014 87,497 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2013 8,217 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 77,109 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 73,667 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 69,453 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 66,022 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 62,680 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 55,412 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2005 46,190 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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S849 ABX is a 1998 Mazda 323 in Green with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 S849 ABX, 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 S849 ABX registered?

S849 ABX is a 1998 Mazda 323, first registered on 18 August 1998.

Is S849 ABX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S849 ABX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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