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Y989 MRB

2001 Mazda 323

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

130,879 mi
Last recorded130,879 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2011
Typical for 2001 Mazda 32368,232 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY989 MRB
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2011 130,879 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Inner Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Oil leak

Spare tyre defective

Pass 21 Jun 2010 111,327 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2009 90,719 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 83,812 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2007 77,727 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2007 77,727 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 68,853 miles

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

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

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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Y989 MRB is a 2001 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 Y989 MRB, 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 Y989 MRB registered?

Y989 MRB is a 2001 Mazda 323, first registered on 20 July 2001.

Is Y989 MRB safe to buy?

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