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Y597 BBV

2001 Mazda 323

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

75,433 mi
Last recorded75,433 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2014
Typical for 2001 Mazda 32368,232 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY597 BBV
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2014 75,433 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 75,431 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2013 65,819 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 61,394 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 57,376 miles

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

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

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

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

long travel on handbrake lever

small split on drivers windscreen wiper

Pass 22 Apr 2010 52,368 miles

play in n/s/f drop link

Fail 22 Apr 2010 52,359 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

play in n/s/f drop link

Pass 7 Apr 2009 47,551 miles

Both front indicator bulbs starting toi fade.

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

Pass 22 Apr 2008 43,031 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2008 42,939 miles

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

Fail 19 Apr 2007 36,440 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 36,440 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 30,479 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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Y597 BBV is a 2001 Mazda 323 in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 Y597 BBV, 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 Y597 BBV registered?

Y597 BBV is a 2001 Mazda 323, first registered on 8 March 2001.

Is Y597 BBV safe to buy?

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