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SN51 OZB

2001 Mazda 323

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

141,495 mi
Last recorded141,495 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2013
Typical for 2001 Mazda 32368,232 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN51 OZB
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2013 141,495 miles

airbag light on

engine oil leak

Fail 11 Jan 2013 141,492 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

airbag light on

engine oil leak

nearside rear brake disc corroded

Pass 20 Jan 2012 121,814 miles

Air bag light on

Brake fluid on minimum

Downpipe in poor condition

Engine oily

Exhaust hangers corroded

Front and rear discs are corroded

Middle section in poor condition

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside front tyre has 3mm of tread left and tread cracked

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

Offside front fog light in poor condition

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 17 Jan 2012 121,667 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Air bag light on

Brake fluid on minimum

Downpipe in poor condition

Engine oily

Exhaust hangers corroded

Front and rear discs are corroded

Middle section in poor condition

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside front tyre has 3mm of tread left and tread cracked

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

Offside front fog light in poor condition

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

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 18 Jan 2011 103,287 miles

Both front brake discs slightly worn

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

Pass 9 Jan 2010 94,242 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2010 94,233 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jan 2009 85,050 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2008 78,108 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 69,526 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2006 56,047 miles

Nearside Front 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
Full Mazda 323 reliability report

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SN51 OZB is a 2001 Mazda 323 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 SN51 OZB, 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 SN51 OZB registered?

SN51 OZB is a 2001 Mazda 323, first registered on 31 December 2001.

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