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Mazda 323

Blue · Petrol · 1993 · 1,598 cc

L460 DKEMOT history

L460 DKE is a blue petrol Mazda 323 first used on 4 Nov 1993. Its MOT expired on 27 Jan 2024 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 127,898 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Jan 2024
Mileage
127,898 mi
At MOT on 24 Jan 2023
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,084 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L460 DKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
323
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
4 Nov 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
19 Jul 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

L460 DKE was last recorded at 127,898 miles on 24 Jan 2023, 1,548 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,350 miles · 28 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
1,548 miles
Average per year
3,084 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 127,898 miles
  • 2022 – 126,350 miles
  • 2021 – 124,964 miles
  • 2019 – 122,292 miles
  • 2018 – 119,089 miles
  • 2017 – 116,286 miles
  • 2016 – 114,048 miles
  • 2015 – 110,791 miles
  • 2014 – 108,076 miles
  • 2013 – 105,529 miles
  • 2012 – 103,054 miles
  • 2011 – 99,052 miles
  • 2010 – 95,267 miles
  • 2009 – 90,848 miles
  • 2008 – 86,634 miles
  • 2007 – 81,922 miles
  • 2006 – 77,697 miles
  • 2005 – 73,807 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to major exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all of them (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFuel filler neck corrodedRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2017

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Coil spring corroded all four

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Both outer and inner sills corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 8 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. FailMileage not read13 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    110212070198
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to major exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all of them (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler neck corroded
  2. Pass127,898 miles (+1,548)1 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    127,898 miles
    Test number
    519579753715
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front floor pan corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front floor pan corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective flat
    • AdvisoryFuel filler neck corroded
  3. Pass126,350 miles (+1,386)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    126,350 miles
    Test number
    653258740963
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler neck corroded
  4. Pass124,964 miles (+2,672)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    124,964 miles
    Test number
    509901630045
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion both outer sills
    • AdvisoryFuel filler neck corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside wiper blade slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryUnderside surface corrosion
  5. Pass122,292 miles (+3,203)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    122,292 miles
    Test number
    900278718987
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside has surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryWiper blade poor condition
  6. Pass119,089 miles (+2,803)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    119,089 miles
    Test number
    799004059418
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front antiroll bar link bushes perishing
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres 3mm
    • AdvisoryBoth outer and inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perishing
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySeveral rear suspension bushes perishing
  7. Pass116,286 miles (+2,238)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    116,286 miles
    Test number
    145398994189
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre 6 years old
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBoth outer and inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel filler neck corroded
  8. Pass114,048 miles (+167)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    114,048 miles
    Test number
    241643419503
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion UNDERSIDE (6.1.B.2)
  9. Fail113,881 miles (+3,090)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,881 miles
    Test number
    651540156311
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded OUTTER SEAL (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion UNDERSIDE (6.1.B.2)
  10. Pass110,791 miles (+2,715)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    110,791 miles
    Test number
    157598985108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass108,076 miles (+2,547)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    108,076 miles
    Test number
    468712884109
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  12. Pass105,529 miles (+2,475)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    105,529 miles
    Test number
    375859873188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass103,054 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    103,054 miles
    Test number
    995981892118
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  14. Fail103,054 miles (+4,002)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,054 miles
    Test number
    607211192171
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  15. Pass99,052 miles (+3,785)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    99,052 miles
    Test number
    289212581158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass95,267 miles (+43)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    95,267 miles
    Test number
    331149380130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  17. Fail95,224 miles (+4,376)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,224 miles
    Test number
    301283980136
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  18. Pass90,848 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    90,848 miles
    Test number
    284179889118
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  19. Fail90,848 miles (+4,214)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,848 miles
    Test number
    320369889169
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  20. Pass86,634 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    86,634 miles
    Test number
    271600108249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail86,616 miles (+4,694)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,616 miles
    Test number
    734337798168
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  22. Pass81,922 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    81,922 miles
    Test number
    573587287107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail81,922 miles (+4,225)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,922 miles
    Test number
    332375987139
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  24. Pass77,697 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    77,697 miles
    Test number
    291249786475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail77,697 miles (+3,890)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,697 miles
    Test number
    500858586151
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
  26. Pass73,807 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    73,807 miles
    Test number
    143983195140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail73,790 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,790 miles
    Test number
    670299985157
    • FailureFront Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Questions about L460 DKE

Does L460 DKE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L460 DKE expired on 27 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L460 DKE?
The MOT on L460 DKE expired on 27 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L460 DKE done?
L460 DKE was recorded at 127,898 miles at its MOT on 24 Jan 2023, an average of 3,084 miles a year.
Has L460 DKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L460 DKE has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on L460 DKE ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L460 DKE find?
L460 DKE failed its latest MOT on 19 Jul 2024 with 13 major defects and 8 advisories: emissions unable to be completed due to major exhaust leak; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases; nearside front integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor pan, and 18 more.

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