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WV51 XAR

2001 Mazda 323

Black Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

159,061 mi
Last recorded159,061 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2014
Typical for 2001 Mazda 32368,232 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV51 XAR
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2014 159,061 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

offside and nearside tyre walls perished but passable

Fail 16 Aug 2014 159,061 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

offside and nearside tyre walls perished but passable

Pass 10 Aug 2013 156,324 miles

Nearside Rear brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 153,959 miles

exhaust centre and rear flanges rusted /weak but secure

Fail 11 Aug 2012 153,878 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

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

center and rear exhaust flanges rusted - secure at the moment but requires attention in the future

Pass 15 Aug 2011 149,783 miles

some corrosion on rear brake discs

Pass 11 Aug 2010 141,447 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 132,034 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 123,596 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 11,484 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 104,783 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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WV51 XAR is a 2001 Mazda 323 in Black with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2001 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 68,232 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 WV51 XAR, 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 25 years old, this Mazda 323 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WV51 XAR registered?

WV51 XAR is a 2001 Mazda 323, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is WV51 XAR safe to buy?

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