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SB52 RYX

2003 Mazda 323

Blue Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

53,181 mi
Last recorded53,181 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2010
Typical for 2003 Mazda 32357,526 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB52 RYX
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2010 53,181 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 5 Oct 2009 44,251 miles

Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Pass 5 Oct 2009 44,251 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 33,827 miles

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

n/s washer "weak"

Pass 8 Mar 2007 21,799 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 16,108 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2006 16,108 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Rear wiper torn

Travel on parking brake lever

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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SB52 RYX is a 2003 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2003 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 57,526 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SB52 RYX, 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 23 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 SB52 RYX registered?

SB52 RYX is a 2003 Mazda 323, first registered on 10 January 2003.

Is SB52 RYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB52 RYX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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