Mazda 323 SE Executive (1991)
1991 Mazda 323 SE Executive
CarHunch analysed 1,632 real MOT records for the 1991 Mazda 323 SE Executive. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 1991 Mazda 323 is in serious trouble on the road. With a 3.1% first-time pass rate against the UK average of 80%, virtually every example you'll encounter will fail its MOT, and only 0.8% have ever recorded a dangerous defect—the real concern is that 96.9% fail for other reasons, suggesting systemic decay across brakes, emissions, and structural integrity after 33 years.
At 105,676 miles median mileage, these cars have covered reasonable distance but are fundamentally past their safe life. The average 0.11 failures and 0.2 advisories per test vastly understate the picture: this low number reflects that most simply fail outright rather than rack up multiple issues to fix. Do not buy this car expecting to keep it on the road—treat any 323 from this era as a parts car or restoration project, not transport.
What to check before buying a 1991 Mazda 323 SE Executive
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (100%) | 1,631 | 3.1% | 0.11 |
| LPG (0%) | 1 | 0% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 1991 Mazda 323 SE Executive vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 1991 Mazda 323 SE Executive vehicles fall between 92,351 and 122,662 miles.
MOT History Averages
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