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Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,990 cc

R331 KAWMOT history

R331 KAW is a blue petrol Mazda MPV first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 12 Jan 2023 and it has passed 8 of 13 MOT tests, with 219,468 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Jan 2023
Mileage
219,468 km
At MOT on 9 Feb 2024
MOT tests
13
8 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,130 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R331 KAW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MPV
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,990 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
9 Feb 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

R331 KAW was last recorded at 219,468 km on 9 Feb 2024, 8,156 km more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
211,312 km · 13 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
8,156 km
Average per year
6,130 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 219,468 km
  • 2022 – 211,312 km
  • 2021 – 211,302 km
  • 2020 – 203,925 km
  • 2019 – 194,172 km
  • 2018 – 184,555 km
  • 2017 – 175,592 km
  • 2016 – 165,574 km
  • 2015 – 155,387 km
  • 2013 – 155,269 km

What the latest MOT found

Fail219,468 km
  • DangerousCentral Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
  • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorCentral Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

13 tests since 20 Aug 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail219,468 km (+8,156)2 dangerous14 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,468 km
    Test number
    329095500366
    • DangerousCentral Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

  2. Pass211,312 km (+10)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    211,312 km
    Test number
    729934575063
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail211,302 km (+7,377)1 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,302 km
    Test number
    318044297466
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass203,925 km
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    203,925 km
    Test number
    935622647989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail203,925 km (+9,753)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,925 km
    Test number
    924422910342
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  6. Pass194,172 km1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    194,172 km
    Test number
    618463295374
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail194,172 km (+9,617)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,172 km
    Test number
    433113939228
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass184,555 km (+8,963)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    184,555 km
    Test number
    131216166827

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass175,592 km (+10,018)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    175,592 km
    Test number
    987248802796

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass165,574 km (+10,187)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    165,574 km
    Test number
    770260056874

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass155,387 km
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    155,387 km
    Test number
    485242585193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail155,386 miles7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,386 miles
    Test number
    286171585120
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass155,269 km
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    155,269 km
    Test number
    469862133217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R331 KAW

Does R331 KAW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R331 KAW expired on 12 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R331 KAW?
The MOT on R331 KAW expired on 12 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R331 KAW done?
R331 KAW was recorded at 219,468 km at its MOT on 9 Feb 2024, an average of 6,130 km a year.
Has R331 KAW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R331 KAW has failed 5 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on R331 KAW 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 R331 KAW find?
R331 KAW failed its latest MOT on 9 Feb 2024 with 2 dangerous defects and 14 major defects: central oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety; stop lamp(s) all not working; battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier, and 13 more.

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