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SA51 VFJ

2001 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

98,717 mi
Last recorded98,717 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2013
Typical for 2001 Mazda 32368,232 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA51 VFJ
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2013 98,717 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2013 98,717 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2011 86,233 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 77,942 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 70,764 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2008 63,346 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 54,984 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Oct 2006 47,176 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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SA51 VFJ is a 2001 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2001 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 68,232 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 SA51 VFJ, 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 25 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 SA51 VFJ registered?

SA51 VFJ is a 2001 Mazda 323, first registered on 25 September 2001.

Is SA51 VFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA51 VFJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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