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S976 ONK

1998 Mazda 323

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

76,583 mi
Last recorded76,583 miles
Recorded on1 May 2015
Typical for 1998 Mazda 32387,911 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS976 ONK
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 May 2015 76,583 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2014 73,660 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

cut to offside front tyre sidewall but not exposing cords.

Pass 1 May 2014 73,660 miles

cut to offside front tyre sidewall but not exposing cords.

Pass 9 May 2013 70,863 miles

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

offside front tyre has a cut to outer sidewall and although cords are not showing it would be advisable to renew this tyre

Fail 9 May 2013 70,863 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nail in offside front tyre

Fail 27 Apr 2012 68,531 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 68,531 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 66,276 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 66,276 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 61,522 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nearside rear tyre perished on sidewall and on edge of tread.

Pass 12 Mar 2009 59,114 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 57,718 miles

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

tracking recommended

Fail 12 Feb 2008 57,718 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

tracking recommended

Pass 26 Oct 2006 55,636 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2005 53,979 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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S976 ONK is a 1998 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 S976 ONK, 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 S976 ONK registered?

S976 ONK is a 1998 Mazda 323, first registered on 28 August 1998.

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The MOT history for S976 ONK shows 15 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.

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