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SF51 YRL

2001 Mazda 323

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

97,605 mi
Last recorded97,605 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2013
Typical for 2001 Mazda 32368,232 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF51 YRL
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2013 97,605 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2013 97,390 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Jan 2012 81,945 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2012 81,921 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both rear discs pitted

nearside mirror glass broken

Pass 14 Jan 2011 74,948 miles

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

o s f caliper tight

Pass 14 Jan 2010 67,398 miles

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

both rear w/bearings slightly noisey

Pass 10 Dec 2008 56,271 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2008 56,266 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 31 Oct 2007 49,121 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

engine oil leak

handbrake travel

Pass 5 Oct 2006 41,765 miles

rear wiper torn.

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

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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SF51 YRL is a 2001 Mazda 323 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 SF51 YRL, 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 SF51 YRL registered?

SF51 YRL is a 2001 Mazda 323, first registered on 20 September 2001.

Is SF51 YRL safe to buy?

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