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SO52 TVT

2003 Mazda 323

Blue Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

92,277 mi
Last recorded92,277 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Mazda 32357,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO52 TVT
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Fail 11 Feb 2015 92,277 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)

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

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

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar fractured (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

edge of n/s /r tyre worn

inner edge o/s/f tyre worn

o/s/f lower wishbone rear bush worn

sump leaking

Pass 21 Jan 2014 80,229 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 74,164 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2012 67,408 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2011 61,813 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 56,225 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 43,002 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Feb 2008 36,334 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 29,440 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Jan 2006 22,747 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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SO52 TVT is a 2003 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SO52 TVT, 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 SO52 TVT registered?

SO52 TVT is a 2003 Mazda 323, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is SO52 TVT safe to buy?

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