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S898 XVW

1999 Mazda 323

Blue Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

105,122 mi
Last recorded105,122 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2013
Typical for 1999 Mazda 32376,901 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS898 XVW
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2013 105,122 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2012 105,122 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 Dec 2011 99,374 miles

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Fail 20 Dec 2011 99,370 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Dec 2010 92,314 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Dec 2009 87,100 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 81,676 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2009 81,663 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

power steering fluid low

Pass 28 Nov 2007 75,735 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2006 69,428 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 65,717 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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S898 XVW is a 1999 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1999 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 76,901 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 S898 XVW, 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 27 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 S898 XVW registered?

S898 XVW is a 1999 Mazda 323, first registered on 12 January 1999.

Is S898 XVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S898 XVW shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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