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R283 BBP

1998 Mazda 323 Executive Auto

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

107,578 mi
Last recorded107,578 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2008
Typical for 1998 Mazda 323 Executive Auto85,849 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR283 BBP
MakeMazda
Model323 Executive Auto
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2008 107,578 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2008 107,578 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2007 100,975 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 323 Executive Auto?

Based on 542 MOT tests across 119 vehicles.

67.9%
Pass Rate
6,854
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
119
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44
Registration plate lamp not working 30
position lamp(s) not working 23
Headlamp aim too low 20
Brake pipe excessively corroded 19
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R283 BBP is a 1998 Mazda 323 Executive Auto in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Mazda 323 Executive Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 85,849 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 Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R283 BBP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 323 Executive Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Mazda 323 Executive Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R283 BBP registered?

R283 BBP is a 1998 Mazda 323 Executive Auto, first registered on 16 March 1998.

Is R283 BBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R283 BBP shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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