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SD03 XBT

2003 Mazda 323

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

161,169 mi
Last recorded161,169 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2012
Typical for 2003 Mazda 32357,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD03 XBT
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2012 161,169 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 155,214 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2011

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 150,805 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 May 2009 143,512 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 140,568 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2007 127,485 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2006 112,256 miles
Fail 23 May 2006 112,256 miles

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

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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SD03 XBT is a 2003 Mazda 323 in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 SD03 XBT, 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 SD03 XBT registered?

SD03 XBT is a 2003 Mazda 323, first registered on 23 May 2003.

Is SD03 XBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD03 XBT shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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