2002 Mazda 323 1.6L Petrol · WA02 HWS
2002 Mazda 323 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2002. Recorded mileage 96,548 miles. MOT valid until 08 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA 323
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 96,548 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WA02 HWS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/02/2026
- 96,548 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WA02 HWS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Mazda 323 (WA02 HWS) between January 2024 and February 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (5 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Bodywork (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.
WA02 HWS Mileage History
- 11/01/202479,194 mi
- 13/01/202587,340 mi+8,146 mi
- 17/01/202587,359 mi+19 mi
- 17/01/202696,478 mi+9,119 mi
- 09/02/202696,548 mi+70 mi
Average of roughly 8,339 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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