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SP53 VBJ

2003 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

94,228 mi
Last recorded94,228 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2014
Typical for 2003 Mazda 32357,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP53 VBJ
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2014 94,228 miles

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

Fail 23 Sep 2014 94,136 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Oil leak

front discs worn

rear discs worn

Pass 27 Sep 2013 86,427 miles

all metal brake pipes showing corrosion

both front brake discs corroded

exhaust system corroded

nearside rear tyre tread worn

oil leak around engine

slight chip in front windscreen

slight dampness around offside front strut

Fail 26 Sep 2013 86,427 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

all metal brake pipes showing corrosion

both front brake discs corroded

exhaust system corroded

nearside rear tyre tread worn

oil leak around engine

slight chip in front windscreen

slight dampness around offside front strut

Pass 27 Sep 2012 74,205 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2011 66,059 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 61,689 miles

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

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

front brake pads getting low

o/s/f tyre has a cut in the outer side wall but not through to the cords

Pass 31 Aug 2009 56,052 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 46,937 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 37,084 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Sep 2006 28,016 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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SP53 VBJ is a 2003 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,598cc 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 SP53 VBJ, 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 SP53 VBJ registered?

SP53 VBJ is a 2003 Mazda 323, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is SP53 VBJ safe to buy?

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