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J126 VPU

1991 Mazda 323 Glxi Abs Auto

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2010
Tests9 (4 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate44.4%

Mileage

100,975 mi
Last recorded100,975 miles
Recorded on29 May 2009
Typical for 1991 Mazda 323 Glxi Abs Auto97,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ126 VPU
MakeMazda
Model323 Glxi Abs Auto
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

4 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 May 2009 100,975 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 May 2008 99,617 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pedal actuating lever damaged but not seriously weakened (3.3.A.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pedal actuating lever damaged but not seriously weakened (3.3.A.1g)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 3 May 2008 99,617 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)

Nearside Rear Brake pedal actuating lever damaged but not seriously weakened (3.3.A.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pedal actuating lever damaged but not seriously weakened (3.3.A.1g)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 97,524 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 94,700 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 94,681 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Fail 27 Apr 2006 94,681 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Fail 27 Apr 2006 94,681 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Fail 27 Apr 2006 94,681 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

How Reliable is the Mazda 323 Glxi Abs Auto?

Based on 563 MOT tests across 120 vehicles.

59.9%
Pass Rate
4,946
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 68
constant velocity joint gaiter split 59
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 54
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 54
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 31
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J126 VPU is a 1991 Mazda 323 Glxi Abs Auto in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.

Across all 1991 Mazda 323 Glxi Abs Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.0% with a typical mileage of 97,196 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mazda 323 Glxi Abs Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 68 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J126 VPU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 323 Glxi Abs Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 35 years old, this Mazda 323 Glxi Abs Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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J126 VPU is a 1991 Mazda 323 Glxi Abs Auto, first registered on 23 August 1991.

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