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SG53 RVU

2003 Mazda 323

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

119,330 mi
Last recorded119,330 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Mazda 32357,526 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG53 RVU
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 10 Oct 2016 119,330 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

exhaust deteriorating

Pass 5 Sep 2015 110,927 miles

Both rear wheel arch corroded.

Offside Front wheel arch corroded.

Vehicle under body heavily corroded.

Pass 20 Sep 2014 102,704 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Vehicle under body corroded.

Fail 19 Sep 2014 102,703 miles

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

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Vehicle under body corroded.

Pass 1 Oct 2013 94,981 miles

sump corroded

Fail 1 Oct 2013 94,979 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

sump corroded

Pass 2 Oct 2012 87,834 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both front brake discs corroded and worn

signs of corrosion on front chassis cross member

signs of corrosion on offside and nearside,inner and outer body sills

Pass 24 Sep 2011 79,778 miles

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

o/s and n/s rear wheel arches have corrosion

Pass 2 Oct 2010 68,770 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 53,763 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 41,522 miles

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

Fail 29 Aug 2008 41,522 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 35,536 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2006 28,052 miles

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

Fail 19 Sep 2006 28,023 miles

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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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SG53 RVU is a 2003 Mazda 323 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SG53 RVU, 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.

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What year was SG53 RVU registered?

SG53 RVU is a 2003 Mazda 323, first registered on 23 September 2003.

Is SG53 RVU safe to buy?

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