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Mazda 323

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LD53 USBMOT history

LD53 USB is a silver petrol Mazda 323 first used on 31 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 94,809 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
94,809 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,215 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 USB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
323
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 USB was last recorded at 94,809 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 69 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,740 miles · 14 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
69 miles
Average per year
4,215 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,809 miles
  • 2025 – 82,298 miles
  • 2024 – 75,371 miles
  • 2023 – 67,976 miles
  • 2022 – 67,951 miles
  • 2021 – 59,110 miles
  • 2020 – 58,629 miles
  • 2017 – 58,628 miles
  • 2014 – 58,148 miles
  • 2013 – 49,282 miles
  • 2012 – 37,532 miles
  • 2011 – 27,281 miles
  • 2010 – 24,331 miles
  • 2009 – 16,892 miles
  • 2008 – 16,829 miles
  • 2007 – 16,292 miles
  • 2006 – 13,502 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,809 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Under body , brake and suspension components surface corrosion

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2021

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 10 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,809 miles (+69)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    94,809 miles
    Test number
    771789661150
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail94,740 miles (+12,442)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,740 miles
    Test number
    649927272233
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass82,298 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    82,298 miles
    Test number
    107870847929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail82,296 miles (+6,925)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,296 miles
    Test number
    361828031871
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Hole in outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

  5. Pass75,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    75,371 miles
    Test number
    691626521644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail75,371 miles (+7,395)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,371 miles
    Test number
    193914958405
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass67,976 miles (+25)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    67,976 miles
    Test number
    936986158076
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  8. Fail67,951 miles (+8,841)1 dangerous9 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,951 miles
    Test number
    395585698574
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  9. Pass59,110 miles (+481)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    59,110 miles
    Test number
    783099244381
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body , brake and suspension components surface corrosion

  10. Pass58,629 miles (+1)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    58,629 miles
    Test number
    486950311649
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both side (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder body , brake and suspension components surface corrosion

  11. Pass58,628 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    58,628 miles
    Test number
    264367545147
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUnder body , brake and suspension components surface corrosion

  12. Fail58,628 miles (+480)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,628 miles
    Test number
    883204344167
    • FailureFront Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureFront front brake excessively fluctuating both sides (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUnder body , brake and suspension components surface corrosion

  13. Pass58,148 miles (+8,866)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    58,148 miles
    Test number
    787518654117
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass49,282 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    49,282 miles
    Test number
    987018623284
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail49,282 miles (+11,750)3 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,282 miles
    Test number
    229517623209
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront wiper blades are split.
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass37,532 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    37,532 miles
    Test number
    436464432280
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f headlamp has a broken mount but is still secure.

  17. Fail37,532 miles (+10,251)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,532 miles
    Test number
    136133932254
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f headlamp has a broken mount but is still secure.

  18. Pass27,281 miles (+2,950)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    27,281 miles
    Test number
    177176831283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail24,331 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,331 miles
    Test number
    760274200204
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  20. Pass24,331 miles (+7,439)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    24,331 miles
    Test number
    774314200271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass16,892 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    16,892 miles
    Test number
    192473939025
    • NoteSlight damage to nearside front body

  22. Fail16,892 miles (+63)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,892 miles
    Test number
    914823239049
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteSlight damage to nearside front body

  23. Pass16,829 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    16,829 miles
    Test number
    654507818217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail16,826 miles (+534)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,826 miles
    Test number
    362127518421
    • FailureNearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  25. Pass16,292 miles (+2,790)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    16,292 miles
    Test number
    790801497241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass13,502 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    13,502 miles
    Test number
    354483786415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 USB

Does LD53 USB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 USB is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 USB?
The MOT on LD53 USB is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 USB done?
LD53 USB was recorded at 94,809 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 4,215 miles a year.
Has LD53 USB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 USB has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LD53 USB 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 LD53 USB find?
LD53 USB passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill; rear brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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