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VE53 AVY

2003 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,993 mi
Last recorded98,993 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 Mazda 32357,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE53 AVY
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2014 98,993 miles

nearside outer sill starting to rust

Pass 23 Oct 2013 92,985 miles

drive belts are starting to crack & perish

rear brake application is slightly uneven indicating rear brakes need checking soon

Pass 25 Oct 2012 89,790 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 25 Oct 2012 89,788 miles

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front 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)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2011 81,529 miles

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

Fail 24 Oct 2011 81,529 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

offide rear tyre is perished & has nail in tread

Pass 22 Oct 2010 73,711 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2010 73,711 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Oct 2009 66,015 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

off side tyre worn uneven

Pass 13 Oct 2008 55,901 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 45,321 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 35,079 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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VE53 AVY is a 2003 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VE53 AVY, 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 VE53 AVY registered?

VE53 AVY is a 2003 Mazda 323, first registered on 30 October 2003.

Is VE53 AVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE53 AVY shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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