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Mazda 323

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,840 cc

S49 LRUMOT history

S49 LRU is a green petrol Mazda 323 first used on 21 Nov 1998. Its MOT expired on 15 Nov 2021 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 90,079 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Nov 2021
Mileage
90,079 mi
At MOT on 1 Nov 2021
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,891 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S49 LRU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
323
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
21 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Nov 2021
Latest MOT test
1 Nov 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

S49 LRU was last recorded at 90,079 miles on 1 Nov 2021, 75 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,004 miles · 10 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
75 miles
Average per year
2,891 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 90,079 miles
  • 2020 – 90,004 miles
  • 2019 – 89,669 miles
  • 2018 – 89,501 miles
  • 2017 – 89,096 miles
  • 2016 – 88,891 miles
  • 2015 – 88,756 miles
  • 2014 – 87,554 miles
  • 2013 – 82,509 miles
  • 2012 – 74,994 miles
  • 2011 – 69,460 miles
  • 2010 – 63,399 miles
  • 2009 – 57,425 miles
  • 2008 – 52,222 miles
  • 2007 – 47,596 miles
  • 2006 – 44,956 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail90,079 miles
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
  • MajorOffside Rear Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded and seriously weakened cup (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 24 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail90,079 miles (+75)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,079 miles
    Test number
    651409952151
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded and seriously weakened cup (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass90,004 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    90,004 miles
    Test number
    898109553114
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail90,004 miles (+335)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,004 miles
    Test number
    265690902649
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass89,669 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    89,669 miles
    Test number
    973132392957
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLower Gearbox mounting defective

  5. Fail89,669 miles (+168)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,669 miles
    Test number
    169426647892
    • MajorEmissions not tested induction leak causing misfire @ idle (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryLower Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryAlternator belt loose

  6. Pass89,501 miles (+405)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    89,501 miles
    Test number
    566495638497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass89,096 miles (+205)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    89,096 miles
    Test number
    283621305275
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and worn badly on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass88,891 miles (+135)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    88,891 miles
    Test number
    774128954069
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on inside edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on inside edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mount broken but system adequately supported

  9. Pass88,756 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    88,756 miles
    Test number
    949483134906
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inside edge

  10. Fail88,756 miles (+1,202)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,756 miles
    Test number
    818334654530
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inside edge

  11. Pass87,554 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    87,554 miles
    Test number
    469560914464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail87,554 miles (+5,045)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,554 miles
    Test number
    568502904319
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass82,509 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    82,509 miles
    Test number
    995702213349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail82,509 miles (+7,515)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,509 miles
    Test number
    316882813321
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass74,994 miles (+5,534)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    74,994 miles
    Test number
    305892812374
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass69,460 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    69,460 miles
    Test number
    815172311368
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail69,460 miles (+6,061)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,460 miles
    Test number
    425281911364
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass63,399 miles (+5,974)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    63,399 miles
    Test number
    311201100324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass57,425 miles (+5,203)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    57,425 miles
    Test number
    900330819328
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass52,222 miles (+1,395)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    52,222 miles
    Test number
    601589418385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass50,827 miles (+3,231)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    50,827 miles
    Test number
    604148508116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass47,596 miles (+2,640)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    47,596 miles
    Test number
    224234977015
    • NoteOffside tyre outter sidewall perished.

  23. Pass44,956 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    44,956 miles
    Test number
    210093286085
    • NoteNearside front anti roll bar droplink ball joint boot splitt..
    • NoteOffside front wiper splitt..
    • NoteRear wiper splitt..

Questions about S49 LRU

Does S49 LRU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S49 LRU expired on 15 Nov 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S49 LRU?
The MOT on S49 LRU expired on 15 Nov 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S49 LRU done?
S49 LRU was recorded at 90,079 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2021, an average of 2,891 miles a year.
Has S49 LRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S49 LRU has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on S49 LRU 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 S49 LRU find?
S49 LRU failed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2021 with 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front service brake excessively binding; offside front service brake excessively fluctuating; offside rear upper macpherson strut mounting corroded and seriously weakened cup, and 5 more.

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