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WL53 KNR

2003 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

23,467 mi
Last recorded23,467 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2024
Typical for 2003 Mazda 32357,526 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL53 KNR
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2024 23,467 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2023 23,458 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 23,147 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 22,823 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 22,490 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 22,028 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 21,537 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 6 Nov 2017 20,939 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 20,434 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 19,945 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2015 19,945 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2014 19,284 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 18,019 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 16,862 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 10 Nov 2011 15,832 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 15,832 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 14,434 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2010 14,434 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 12 Nov 2009 12,197 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 10,921 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 9,718 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 7,790 miles

nearside and offside front wiper blades splitting on the ends

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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WL53 KNR is a 2003 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 WL53 KNR, 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 WL53 KNR registered?

WL53 KNR is a 2003 Mazda 323, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is WL53 KNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL53 KNR shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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