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AK53 NSF

2003 Mazda 323

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

44,804 mi
Last recorded44,804 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Mazda 32357,526 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 NSF
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2019 44,804 miles

underside of vehicle corroded

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

Nearside mirrow broken

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front floor corroded

both outer sills corroded

corrosion on all brake pipes

Pass 11 Sep 2018 36,951 miles

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

Nearside mirrow damaged

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

both outer sills corroded

Pass 26 Sep 2017 29,221 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 30 Sep 2016 19,724 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 19,724 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2015 19,325 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2015 19,325 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 19,182 miles

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

sills and floor very rusty

Fail 5 Sep 2013 19,116 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2013 19,116 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 18,168 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 16,002 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 16,002 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 13,744 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 11,310 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 9,381 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 4 Sep 2007 7,302 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 5,392 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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AK53 NSF is a 2003 Mazda 323 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AK53 NSF, 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.

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What year was AK53 NSF registered?

AK53 NSF is a 2003 Mazda 323, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is AK53 NSF safe to buy?

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