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X998 HCE

2000 Mazda 323

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

115,790 mi
Last recorded115,790 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2017
Typical for 2000 Mazda 32373,964 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX998 HCE
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 7 Sep 2017 115,790 miles

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

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

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

both rear inner wheel arches corroded

exhaust front to middle joint corroded and weak

rear inner/outer sills corroded and weak

Pass 8 Sep 2016 111,624 miles

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

o/s/r lamp lense damaged

rear inner sills corroded

rear inner wheel arches corroded

slight rear brake imbalance

Fail 6 Sep 2016 111,624 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

rear inner sills corroded

Pass 10 Sep 2015 104,999 miles

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

Fail 10 Sep 2015 104,998 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 98,502 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 92,021 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 85,164 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 75,216 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2011 75,130 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2010 68,934 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 63,794 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 58,130 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 52,880 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 46,506 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
Full Mazda 323 reliability report

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X998 HCE is a 2000 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 X998 HCE, 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 X998 HCE registered?

X998 HCE is a 2000 Mazda 323, first registered on 29 September 2000.

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