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VU03 CNJ

2003 Mazda 323

Black Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2015
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

103,726 mi
Last recorded103,726 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2014
Typical for 2003 Mazda 32357,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU03 CNJ
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 31 Oct 2014 103,726 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

engine management light indicates a fault

rear arches corroded

Pass 31 Oct 2014 103,726 miles

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

engine management light indicates a fault

rear arches corroded

Pass 24 Oct 2013 98,509 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2013 98,509 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 95,900 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 87,854 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 84,523 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Torsion bar slightly deteriorated by corrosion (2.4.E.1b)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 77,185 miles

o/s front brake disc has corosion on inner face

Pass 11 Sep 2009 74,467 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 63,769 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 49,283 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2006 30,177 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Oct 2006 30,177 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 25,662 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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VU03 CNJ is a 2003 Mazda 323 in Black with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 VU03 CNJ, 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 VU03 CNJ registered?

VU03 CNJ is a 2003 Mazda 323, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is VU03 CNJ safe to buy?

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