CarVerify

Free Car Check

Y797 FAH

2001 Mazda 323

Blue Petrol 1840cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

106,435 mi
Last recorded106,435 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2015
Typical for 2001 Mazda 32368,232 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationY797 FAH
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2015 106,435 miles

Exhaust rusted

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear seat belts not tested rear of car full

Pass 21 Jan 2014 98,669 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2014 98,069 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Jan 2013 89,967 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 82,394 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 73,885 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2010 73,885 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2009 66,604 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 57,369 miles

n/s/f tyre has a cut in the rubber of the outer side wall

Pass 1 Mar 2007 49,380 miles

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

Fail 1 Mar 2007 49,380 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2006 39,003 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

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

Y797 FAH is a 2001 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y797 FAH, 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

How do I check the history of Y797 FAH?

You can check the full history of Y797 FAH by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was Y797 FAH registered?

Y797 FAH is a 2001 Mazda 323, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y797 FAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y797 FAH shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y797 FAH have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on Y797 FAH. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.