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Mazda 323

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,489 cc

L55 NCAMOT history

L55 NCA is a blue petrol Mazda 323 first used on 28 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 12 Jul 2024 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 80,481 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Jul 2024
Mileage
80,481 mi
At MOT on 5 Jul 2023
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,605 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 NCA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
323
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,489 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
28 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 NCA was last recorded at 80,481 miles on 5 Jul 2023, 1,931 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jul 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Jan 2014: 58,911 miles, lower than 58,940 miles on 16 Jan 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
78,550 miles · 13 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
1,931 miles
Average per year
2,605 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 80,481 miles
  • 2022 – 78,550 miles
  • 2021 – 76,072 miles
  • 2020 – 74,274 miles
  • 2019 – 72,333 miles
  • 2018 – 69,354 miles
  • 2016 – 65,510 miles
  • 2015 – 60,580 miles
  • 2014 – 58,911 miles
  • 2013 – 57,565 miles
  • 2012 – 55,328 miles
  • 2011 – 52,751 miles
  • 2010 – 49,859 miles
  • 2009 – 46,718 miles
  • 2008 – 42,965 miles
  • 2007 – 39,118 miles
  • 2006 – 34,906 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,481 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

What MOT advisories 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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi greased

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 5 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,481 miles (+1,931)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    80,481 miles
    Test number
    441912528455
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  2. Pass78,550 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    78,550 miles
    Test number
    376000449962
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear slight (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi greased (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail78,550 miles (+5)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,550 miles
    Test number
    757199957155
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear slight (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi greased (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail78,545 miles (+2,473)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,545 miles
    Test number
    287024978755
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced hole in sill, central (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill central. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi greased (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass76,072 miles (+10)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    76,072 miles
    Test number
    187547900850
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill corroded but not excssive
    • AdvisoryBoth outer wheel arches corroded

  6. Fail76,062 miles (+1,788)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,062 miles
    Test number
    295747368403
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill corroded but not excssive
    • AdvisoryBoth outer wheel arches corroded

  7. Pass74,274 miles (+9)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    74,274 miles
    Test number
    423836237125
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated weeping greas ( slight ) (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear brake pipes slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi slight (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Fail74,265 miles (+1,932)3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,265 miles
    Test number
    976011105026
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded flexi to drum (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated weeping greas ( slight ) (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear brake pipes slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi slight (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass72,333 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    72,333 miles
    Test number
    682733874512
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail72,327 miles (+2,973)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,327 miles
    Test number
    663794425624
    • DangerousDriver's seat moving inadvertently (6.2.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass69,354 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    69,354 miles
    Test number
    563257243092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail69,343 miles (+3,833)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,343 miles
    Test number
    319818088938
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc inner clip loose (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Pass65,510 miles (+3,216)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    65,510 miles
    Test number
    688455436054
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sills have some corrosion

  14. Pass62,294 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    62,294 miles
    Test number
    800069047271
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail62,286 miles (+1,706)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,286 miles
    Test number
    497790333267
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass60,580 miles (+1,669)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    60,580 miles
    Test number
    409082225053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass58,911 miles (-29)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    58,911 miles
    Test number
    808711224014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail58,940 miles (+1,375)3 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,940 miles
    Test number
    717656814076
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteBrake pipes undersealed
    • NoteSlight play in driver's seat

  19. Pass57,565 miles (+2,237)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    57,565 miles
    Test number
    108010013402
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass55,328 miles (+2,577)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    55,328 miles
    Test number
    165660512097
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass52,751 miles (+2,892)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    52,751 miles
    Test number
    158136401470
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear exhaust hanger cracked

  22. Pass49,859 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    49,859 miles
    Test number
    564942210056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail49,859 miles (+3,141)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,859 miles
    Test number
    813771310010
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass46,718 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    46,718 miles
    Test number
    300558709007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail46,718 miles (+3,753)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,718 miles
    Test number
    703378009085
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  26. Pass42,965 miles (+3,847)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    42,965 miles
    Test number
    532060018076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre on 1.6mm limit

  27. Pass39,118 miles (+4,212)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    39,118 miles
    Test number
    251024107046
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  28. Pass34,906 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    34,906 miles
    Test number
    142325806429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L55 NCA

Does L55 NCA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L55 NCA expired on 12 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L55 NCA?
The MOT on L55 NCA expired on 12 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L55 NCA done?
L55 NCA was recorded at 80,481 miles at its MOT on 5 Jul 2023, an average of 2,605 miles a year.
Has L55 NCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 NCA has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on L55 NCA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Jan 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L55 NCA find?
L55 NCA passed its latest MOT on 5 Jul 2023 with 2 minor defects: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated.

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