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Y281 KGW

2001 Mazda 323

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

54,749 mi
Last recorded54,749 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2016
Typical for 2001 Mazda 32368,232 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY281 KGW
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2016 54,749 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2015 48,522 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 48,522 miles

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 42,464 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres worn on edges close to legal limit

Pass 7 May 2013 36,922 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 28,996 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 27,080 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 24,895 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2009 22,622 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2008 20,501 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 18,891 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 16,867 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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Y281 KGW is a 2001 Mazda 323 in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 Y281 KGW, 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 Y281 KGW registered?

Y281 KGW is a 2001 Mazda 323, first registered on 23 March 2001.

Is Y281 KGW safe to buy?

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