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YJ53 LYH

2003 Mazda 323

Blue Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

93,278 mi
Last recorded93,278 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Mazda 32357,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ53 LYH
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2015 93,278 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2015 93,028 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both rear wheel arch corroded

both sills corroded

sill kit fitted

Pass 17 Feb 2014 80,580 miles

both sills / floors/ closing panels / all prescribed areas slightly corroded

both sills undersealed

sill kit fitted not allowing full inspection

whole underside slightly corroded

Fail 12 Feb 2014 80,580 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

both sills / floors/ closing panels / all prescribed areas slightly corroded

sill kit fitted not allowing full inspection

whole underside slightly corroded

Pass 4 Feb 2013 69,325 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

both closing pannels corroded

both sills / closing pannel undersealed possible filled sill kit fitted unable to fully inspect

both sills corroded

rear chassis corroded

slight bind o/s/f wheel

Pass 23 Jan 2012 59,919 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 52,903 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 46,152 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 37,313 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 31,362 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 24,481 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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YJ53 LYH is a 2003 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2003 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 57,526 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 YJ53 LYH, 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 23 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 YJ53 LYH registered?

YJ53 LYH is a 2003 Mazda 323, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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