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Y988 SBK

2001 Mazda 323

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2025
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

84,474 mi
Last recorded84,474 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Mazda 32368,232 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY988 SBK
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Fail 13 Aug 2025 84,474 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inside wheelarch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

rear exhaust joint corroded

various brake pipes corroded

Pass 13 Aug 2024 82,152 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

outer sills corroding at rear

sump damp

Pass 14 Aug 2023 79,108 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

nearside rear tyre wearing

oil dampness at sump pan

Fail 10 Aug 2023 79,108 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

nearside rear tyre wearing

oil dampness at sump pan

Pass 2 Aug 2022 74,183 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 59,532 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 44,385 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2020 44,385 miles

Nearside Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 42,447 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 39,646 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

nearside front tyre ageing/cracking

Pass 7 Jul 2017 36,452 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 32,594 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing low on inner edge

offside rear tyre wearing low on outer edge

Fail 28 Jul 2016 32,576 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

Fail 27 Jul 2016 32,562 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2015 32,042 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 30,850 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 29,329 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2012 27,332 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 25,759 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 23,873 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 21,849 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 19,633 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 16,521 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 13,682 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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Y988 SBK is a 2001 Mazda 323 in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 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 Y988 SBK, 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

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What year was Y988 SBK registered?

Y988 SBK is a 2001 Mazda 323, first registered on 29 March 2001.

Is Y988 SBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y988 SBK shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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