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AO53 DFK

2003 Mazda 323

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

59,034 mi
Last recorded59,034 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2013
Typical for 2003 Mazda 32357,526 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 DFK
MakeMazda
Model323
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2013 59,034 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 59,034 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 49,014 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 49,014 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 36,322 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 10,341 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 8,863 miles

Drivers seatbelt is marked slightly at bottom.

Front number plate is cracked.

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

nearside front tyre is bably worn on edges.

Pass 1 Jul 2009 7,631 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 6,524 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 5,645 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 4,358 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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AO53 DFK is a 2003 Mazda 323 in Blue with a 1,598cc 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 AO53 DFK, 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 AO53 DFK registered?

AO53 DFK is a 2003 Mazda 323, first registered on 11 September 2003.

Is AO53 DFK safe to buy?

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