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J979 GRV

1991 Mazda 323 SE Executive

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

127,996 mi
Last recorded127,996 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2007
Typical for 1991 Mazda 323 SE Executive105,775 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ979 GRV
MakeMazda
Model323 SE Executive
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2007 127,996 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2007 127,915 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 16 Jan 2006 120,929 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2006 120,929 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

How Reliable is the Mazda 323 SE Executive?

Based on 908 MOT tests across 212 vehicles.

58.7%
Pass Rate
4,740
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
212
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 116
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 115
Brake pipe excessively corroded 102
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 91
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 79
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J979 GRV is a 1991 Mazda 323 SE Executive in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1991 Mazda 323 SE Executive models, the average MOT pass rate is 55.9% with a typical mileage of 105,775 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 SE Executive fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 116 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J979 GRV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 323 SE Executive typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 35 years old, this Mazda 323 SE Executive is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J979 GRV registered?

J979 GRV is a 1991 Mazda 323 SE Executive, first registered on 1 August 1991.

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