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N866 FVS

1996 Mazda 323 Gl

Red Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

132,074 mi
Last recorded132,074 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2006
Typical for 1996 Mazda 323 Gl86,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN866 FVS
MakeMazda
Model323 Gl
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 9 Dec 2006 132,074 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 8 Dec 2005 37,160 miles

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

How Reliable is the Mazda 323 Gl?

Based on 956 MOT tests across 197 vehicles.

58.6%
Pass Rate
7,382
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
197
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 102
constant velocity joint gaiter split 96
Brake pipe excessively corroded 78
Registration plate lamp not working 78
position lamp(s) not working 60
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N866 FVS is a 1996 Mazda 323 Gl in Red with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Mazda 323 Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.6% with a typical mileage of 86,160 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 Gl fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 102 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N866 FVS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 323 Gl typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 30 years old, this Mazda 323 Gl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N866 FVS registered?

N866 FVS is a 1996 Mazda 323 Gl, first registered on 29 January 1996.

Is N866 FVS safe to buy?

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