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SH03 JNU

2003 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

45,939 mi
Last recorded45,939 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Mazda 32357,526 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH03 JNU
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2019 45,939 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2018
Pass 9 Mar 2017 18,004 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 15,620 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 13,186 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2014 13,186 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2013 10,724 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 8,133 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 6,889 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 6,050 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 5,289 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 4,443 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 3,605 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 2,751 miles

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

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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SH03 JNU is a 2003 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 SH03 JNU, 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 SH03 JNU registered?

SH03 JNU is a 2003 Mazda 323, first registered on 25 August 2003.

Is SH03 JNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH03 JNU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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