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VK03 NLC

2003 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

99,348 mi
Last recorded99,348 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2013
Typical for 2003 Mazda 32357,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK03 NLC
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 21 Feb 2013 99,348 miles

Air bag,mil lights on

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 28 Feb 2012 90,823 miles

MIL and SRS warning lamps are on

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

Pass 28 Feb 2011 82,132 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 72,982 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 62,957 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 54,414 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 45,553 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 33,811 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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VK03 NLC is a 2003 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VK03 NLC, 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 VK03 NLC registered?

VK03 NLC is a 2003 Mazda 323, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is VK03 NLC safe to buy?

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