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N885 GWU

1996 Mazda 323 Executive

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2008
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

120,048 mi
Last recorded120,048 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2008
Typical for 1996 Mazda 323 Executive103,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN885 GWU
MakeMazda
Model323 Executive
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Fail 18 Nov 2008 120,048 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Ehaust rattling around catalytic convertor

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearisde front road spring different to all others (not a lowering sring)

Pass 30 Oct 2007 111,551 miles

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

Fail 26 Oct 2007 111,550 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 23 Oct 2006 103,842 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2006 103,842 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

o/s/r tyre just legal,front brake pads low,both outer c.v boots perishing,n/s/r supension mounting area corroding

Pass 31 Oct 2005 97,389 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Temp repair on O/S/F haedlamp.

This vehicle has had body repairs done to the front end.

Two screws in O/S/R tyre.

Fail 26 Oct 2005 97,384 miles

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

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

How Reliable is the Mazda 323 Executive?

Based on 2,225 MOT tests across 448 vehicles.

63.2%
Pass Rate
7,396
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
448
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 210
Registration plate lamp not working 190
Brake pipe excessively corroded 183
position lamp(s) not working 136
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 113
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N885 GWU is a 1996 Mazda 323 Executive in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1996 Mazda 323 Executive models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.2% with a typical mileage of 103,512 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 Executive fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 210 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N885 GWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N885 GWU?

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What year was N885 GWU registered?

N885 GWU is a 1996 Mazda 323 Executive, first registered on 29 January 1996.

Is N885 GWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N885 GWU shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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