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SV53 YWZ

2003 Mazda 323

Blue Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

89,019 mi
Last recorded89,019 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Mazda 32357,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV53 YWZ
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2015 89,019 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Mar 2015 88,221 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2014 75,614 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 21 Jan 2013 65,923 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2013 65,923 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Jan 2012 56,340 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 47,624 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 37,360 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 33,674 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 15,273 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2007 12,964 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 9,925 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2006 9,925 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1) DANGEROUS

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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SV53 YWZ is a 2003 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SV53 YWZ, 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 SV53 YWZ registered?

SV53 YWZ is a 2003 Mazda 323, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is SV53 YWZ safe to buy?

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