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Mazda 3

Black · Diesel · 2014 · 2,184 cc

S23 XLDMOT history

S23 XLD is a black diesel Mazda 3 first used on 3 Jan 2014. Its MOT is valid until 8 Feb 2027 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 85,443 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Feb 2026.

S23 XLD black Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda 3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Feb 2027
Mileage
85,443 mi
At MOT on 9 Feb 2026
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,473 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S23 XLD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,184 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
3 Jan 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S23 XLD was last recorded at 85,443 miles on 9 Feb 2026, 4,492 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,951 miles · 7 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,492 miles
Average per year
5,473 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,443 miles
  • 2025 – 80,951 miles
  • 2024 – 73,326 miles
  • 2023 – 68,065 miles
  • 2022 – 63,406 miles
  • 2020 – 58,546 miles
  • 2019 – 49,215 miles
  • 2018 – 42,506 miles
  • 2017 – 37,030 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,443 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Stabilizer arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Stabilizer arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUndertrays preventing full inspection
  • AdvisoryVehicle dashboard indicates vehicle system malfunction

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.

  • Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test mirror hangers

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit close to 2mm wear limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav/phone holder

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit close to 2mm wear limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

13 tests since 6 Apr 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,443 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    85,443 miles
    Test number
    679720011212
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Stabilizer arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Stabilizer arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays preventing full inspection
    • AdvisoryVehicle dashboard indicates vehicle system malfunction

  2. Fail85,443 miles (+4,492)4 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,443 miles
    Test number
    220797319961
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Stabilizer arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Stabilizer arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays preventing full inspection
    • AdvisoryVehicle dashboard indicates vehicle system malfunction

  3. Pass80,951 miles (+7,625)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    80,951 miles
    Test number
    578527959032
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass73,326 miles (+5,261)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    73,326 miles
    Test number
    921912742157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass68,065 miles (+4,659)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    68,065 miles
    Test number
    120159822727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass63,406 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    63,406 miles
    Test number
    299432664780
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail63,406 miles (+4,860)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,406 miles
    Test number
    754248261672
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured ball joint has separated (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted lower bolt missing (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass58,546 miles (+9,331)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    58,546 miles
    Test number
    239827497793
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass49,215 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    49,215 miles
    Test number
    909460187929
    • MinorFront Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

  10. Fail49,215 miles (+6,709)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,215 miles
    Test number
    821803556675
    • MajorFront Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass42,506 miles (+5,476)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    42,506 miles
    Test number
    842940408445
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  12. Pass37,030 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    37,030 miles
    Test number
    951776301124
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test mirror hangers
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit close to 2mm wear limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav/phone holder
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit close to 2mm wear limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail37,030 miles3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,030 miles
    Test number
    323395287934
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test mirror hangers
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit close to 2mm wear limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav/phone holder
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit close to 2mm wear limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S23 XLD

Does S23 XLD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S23 XLD is valid until 8 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S23 XLD?
The MOT on S23 XLD is valid until 8 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S23 XLD done?
S23 XLD was recorded at 85,443 miles at its MOT on 9 Feb 2026, an average of 5,473 miles a year.
Has S23 XLD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S23 XLD has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on S23 XLD 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 S23 XLD find?
S23 XLD passed its latest MOT on 9 Feb 2026 with 11 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 8 more.

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