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Mazda 323

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,995 cc

S774 VAWMOT history

S774 VAW is a green petrol Mazda 323 first used on 10 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 11 Oct 2024 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 146,987 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Oct 2024
Mileage
146,987 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2024
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,053 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S774 VAW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
323
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
10 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

S774 VAW was last recorded at 146,987 miles on 16 Oct 2024, 5,510 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Oct 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Oct 2021: 134,369 miles, lower than 134,957 miles on 23 Feb 2021.

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
141,477 miles · 5 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
5,510 miles
Average per year
5,053 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 146,987 miles
  • 2023 – 141,477 miles
  • 2022 – 137,786 miles
  • 2021 – 134,369 miles
  • 2020 – 134,318 miles
  • 2017 – 123,164 miles
  • 2016 – 119,797 miles
  • 2015 – 116,712 miles
  • 2014 – 110,031 miles
  • 2013 – 104,290 miles
  • 2012 – 97,758 miles
  • 2011 – 90,968 miles
  • 2010 – 78,609 miles
  • 2009 – 68,640 miles
  • 2008 – 61,873 miles
  • 2007 – 61,541 miles
  • 2006 – 55,070 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail146,987 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired of chassis (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired of inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired of chassis (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
  • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Clip insecure. (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
  • AdvisoryAll steering and suspension bushes starting to perish.
  • AdvisoryAll underbody panels starting to corrode.
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded.
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 8 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail146,987 miles (+5,510)4 dangerous6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,987 miles
    Test number
    361370345017
    • DangerousNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired of chassis (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired of inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired of chassis (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Clip insecure. (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll steering and suspension bushes starting to perish.
    • AdvisoryAll underbody panels starting to corrode.
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded.
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
  2. Pass141,477 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    141,477 miles
    Test number
    854507190775
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  3. Fail141,475 miles (+3,689)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,475 miles
    Test number
    430587014185
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  4. Pass137,786 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    137,786 miles
    Test number
    995206767294
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail137,786 miles (+3,417)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,786 miles
    Test number
    635648609142
    • 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 manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass134,369 miles (-588)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    134,369 miles
    Test number
    235856994346
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail134,957 miles (+639)2 dangerous4 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,957 miles
    Test number
    826550914183
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected mount (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of the car is undersealed
  8. Fail134,318 miles (+11,154)11 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,318 miles
    Test number
    498147725812
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor to sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor to sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass123,164 miles (+3,367)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    123,164 miles
    Test number
    412746819895
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sill backings (5.2.6)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak (sump)
  10. Pass119,797 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    119,797 miles
    Test number
    108090453390
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nearside and offside wheel arches (5.2.6)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nearside,offside sills and floor to sills (5.2.6)
  11. Fail119,797 miles (+3,085)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,797 miles
    Test number
    641437175912
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill clousure (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nearside and offside wheel arches (5.2.6)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nearside,offside sills and floor to sills (5.2.6)
  12. Pass116,712 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    116,712 miles
    Test number
    446241884904
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.2.6)
  13. Fail116,712 miles (+6,681)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,712 miles
    Test number
    904047627160
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill clouure (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.2.6)
  14. Pass110,031 miles (+13)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    110,031 miles
    Test number
    516862254249
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside and offside front brake hoses perished
  15. Fail110,018 miles (+5,728)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,018 miles
    Test number
    826021454280
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside and offside front brake hoses perished
  16. Pass104,290 miles (+6,532)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    104,290 miles
    Test number
    696166043250
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteNearside and offside front brake hoses perished
  17. Pass97,758 miles (+6,790)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    97,758 miles
    Test number
    999078652201
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  18. Pass90,968 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    90,968 miles
    Test number
    535772151266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail90,968 miles (+12,359)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,968 miles
    Test number
    397600451483
    • FailureNearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  20. Pass78,609 miles (+9,969)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    78,609 miles
    Test number
    944079550290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass68,640 miles (+6,767)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    68,640 miles
    Test number
    484944959251
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteSteering slightly leaking
  22. Pass61,873 miles (+332)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    61,873 miles
    Test number
    620177548202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass61,541 miles (+6,471)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    61,541 miles
    Test number
    610763017377
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteRear exhaust mount broken.(alternative wire support used)
  24. Pass55,070 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    55,070 miles
    Test number
    770140126231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S774 VAW

Does S774 VAW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S774 VAW expired on 11 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S774 VAW?
The MOT on S774 VAW expired on 11 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S774 VAW done?
S774 VAW was recorded at 146,987 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2024, an average of 5,053 miles a year.
Has S774 VAW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S774 VAW has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on S774 VAW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Oct 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S774 VAW find?
S774 VAW failed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2024 with 4 dangerous defects, 6 major defects and 5 advisories: nearside front vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired of chassis; nearside rear vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired of inner sill; offside rear vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired of chassis, and 12 more.

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