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SM03 UYL

2003 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

64,741 mi
Last recorded64,741 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2012
Typical for 2003 Mazda 32357,526 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM03 UYL
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2012 64,741 miles

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

corrosion on brake pipes

corrosion on chassis sections and under body panels

corrosion on o/s rear outer wheel arch

Fail 7 Feb 2011 56,168 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both front tyres worn on inner edges

brakes rubbing slightly

corrosion and wear on brake discs

Pass 7 Feb 2011 56,168 miles

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

both front tyres worn on inner edges

brakes rubbing slightly

corrosion and wear on brake discs

Pass 6 Feb 2010 46,656 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2010 46,656 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Feb 2009 39,524 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 36,537 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2007 32,526 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 32,526 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 25,303 miles

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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SM03 UYL is a 2003 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 SM03 UYL, 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 SM03 UYL registered?

SM03 UYL is a 2003 Mazda 323, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is SM03 UYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM03 UYL shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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