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X822 SEJ

2000 Mazda 323

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2017
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

120,535 mi
Last recorded120,535 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2017
Typical for 2000 Mazda 32373,964 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX822 SEJ
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Fail 4 Apr 2017 120,535 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak ()

Pass 14 Apr 2016 118,771 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2016 118,771 miles

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner panel (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner panel (2.4.A.3)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 116,246 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 113,135 miles

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

Oil leak

corrosion underneath and around suspension components

Fail 31 Mar 2014 113,135 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Oil leak

corrosion underneath and around suspension components

Pass 4 Apr 2013 110,256 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2013 110,256 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2012 105,913 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2012 105,912 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 99,570 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 91,407 miles

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

Fail 9 Apr 2010 91,394 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2009 83,747 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2009 83,747 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 74,483 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2007 64,806 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 54,869 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2006 54,869 miles

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

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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X822 SEJ is a 2000 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

Across all 2000 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 73,964 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 X822 SEJ, 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 26 years old, this Mazda 323 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was X822 SEJ registered?

X822 SEJ is a 2000 Mazda 323, first registered on 1 December 2000.

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