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SM03 VVZ

2003 Mazda 323

Blue Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

75,249 mi
Last recorded75,249 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Mazda 32357,526 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM03 VVZ
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2015 75,249 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor to sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor to sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 67,594 miles

underside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

Pass 9 Apr 2013 56,491 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 56,490 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 48,175 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2010 33,144 miles

2 front brake discs corroded

Pass 2 Jun 2009 27,881 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 22,811 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 17,136 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 13,579 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 May 2006 13,579 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 VVZ is a 2003 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SM03 VVZ, 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 SM03 VVZ registered?

SM03 VVZ is a 2003 Mazda 323, first registered on 20 May 2003.

Is SM03 VVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM03 VVZ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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