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X714 DEP

2001 Mazda 323

Red Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

157,805 mi
Last recorded157,805 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2016
Typical for 2001 Mazda 32368,232 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX714 DEP
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2016 157,805 miles

front and rear brake discs corroded

n/s/r hand brake effort low

underside generally corrorded

Fail 4 Apr 2016 157,805 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front and rear brake discs corroded

n/s/r hand brake effort low

underside generally corrorded

Pass 6 Oct 2014 144,398 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 22 Sep 2014 144,398 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2013 133,807 miles

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

Fail 22 Jul 2013 133,805 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 Jul 2012 121,931 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2011 101,577 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

both front shockers very slight misting of oil

front brake discs worn and corroded

n/s/f tyre cracking on edge,advise replaceing

rear fog light wired into front fog switch,front fog illuminated on dash,benefit given advise sorting out before next mot or may be failed next time.

Fail 20 Jul 2011 101,343 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Rear Brake cable locking device missing (3.5.1l) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

both front shockers very slight misting of oil

front brake discs worn and corroded

n/s/f tyre cracking on edge,advise replaceing

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 9 Jul 2010 74,275 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2009 66,855 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 59,790 miles

both rear tyre treads cracking up

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
Full Mazda 323 reliability report

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X714 DEP is a 2001 Mazda 323 in Red with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 X714 DEP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X714 DEP registered?

X714 DEP is a 2001 Mazda 323, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is X714 DEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for X714 DEP shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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