2002 Mazda 323 1.6L Petrol · CU52 GYZ

The 2002 Mazda 323 passed its most recent MOT on 28 July 2022 at 37,286 miles with no defects recorded, indicating a stable maintenance trend at the point of its last test. The vehicle remains roadworthy per that record, though the test is now nearly four years old and well outside the valid 12-month window, so its current legal status is expired. The recorded mileage shows remarkably low use for a 24-year-old car, rising only 14 miles between the failed test on 18 July 2022 and the pass ten days later. Annual average sits near 1,554 miles. Such limited accumulation suggests extended periods of standing rather than regular daily driving, which can allow corrosion and perished rubber components to develop unseen. The MOT history itself is sparse, with just two entries and no advisories logged, giving little detail on wear patterns. The July 2022 failure at 37,272 miles listed no defects, pointing to an administrative or documentation issue rather than a mechanical fault, and the subsequent pass confirms the car met standards at that time. Still, a buyer must treat the four-year test gap as significant. In person, inspect suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers for binding after standing idle, and check structural integrity under arches and sills for corrosion. Given the age and low mileage, examine exhaust emissions and tyre sidewalls for cracking from storage. Confirm the odometer reading matches the 37,286 logged and commission a fresh MOT before any purchase, as no verified mechanical data exists beyond July 2022.