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Mazda 323

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T290 MDWMOT history

T290 MDW is a silver petrol Mazda 323 first used on 12 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Nov 2024 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 149,003 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Nov 2024
Mileage
149,003 mi
At MOT on 11 Oct 2024
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,690 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T290 MDW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
323
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Oct 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T290 MDW was last recorded at 149,003 miles on 11 Oct 2024, 635 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 31 May 2011: 11,190 miles, lower than 104,940 miles on 25 May 2010.

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
148,368 miles · 23 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
635 miles
Average per year
4,690 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 149,003 miles
  • 2023 – 148,368 miles
  • 2022 – 147,926 miles
  • 2021 – 146,898 miles
  • 2020 – 145,910 miles
  • 2019 – 144,330 miles
  • 2018 – 142,975 miles
  • 2017 – 142,351 miles
  • 2016 – 139,963 miles
  • 2015 – 134,402 miles
  • 2014 – 129,603 miles
  • 2013 – 123,501 miles
  • 2012 – 117,278 miles
  • 2011 – 11,190 miles
  • 2010 – 104,940 miles
  • 2009 – 98,551 miles
  • 2008 – 87,976 miles
  • 2007 – 75,711 miles
  • 2006 – 61,694 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail149,003 miles
  • MajorCentral Rear Fuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

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 Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 1 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail149,003 miles (+635)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,003 miles
    Test number
    383948852448
    • MajorCentral Rear Fuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  2. Pass148,368 miles (+442)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    148,368 miles
    Test number
    250364324395
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass147,926 miles (+1,028)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    147,926 miles
    Test number
    446661925335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass146,898 miles (+988)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    146,898 miles
    Test number
    710825064568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass145,910 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    145,910 miles
    Test number
    792065015935
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail145,910 miles (+1,580)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,910 miles
    Test number
    696313147387
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass144,330 miles (+1,355)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    144,330 miles
    Test number
    945878851438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass142,975 miles (+624)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    142,975 miles
    Test number
    340529714090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass142,351 miles (+2,388)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    142,351 miles
    Test number
    108604676855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass139,963 miles (+5,561)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    139,963 miles
    Test number
    206890936461
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear outer wing corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre worn on edge
    • AdvisoryOffside engine mounting area corroded
    • AdvisoryWiper smearing
  11. Pass134,402 miles (+4,799)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    134,402 miles
    Test number
    735151925107
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  12. Pass129,603 miles (+6,102)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    129,603 miles
    Test number
    556937224151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteClutch slipping
    • NoteOnly one side of rear brakes renewed
  13. Fail123,501 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,501 miles
    Test number
    587940333127
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
  14. Pass123,501 miles (+6,223)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    123,501 miles
    Test number
    946830533197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass117,278 miles (+106,088)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    117,278 miles
    Test number
    998773652152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass11,190 miles (-93,750)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    11,190 miles
    Test number
    406601651128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass104,940 miles (+6,389)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    104,940 miles
    Test number
    103005740190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass98,551 miles (+10,575)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    98,551 miles
    Test number
    741706149115
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  19. Fail87,976 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,976 miles
    Test number
    133410748164
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
  20. Pass87,976 miles (+12,265)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2009
    Odometer
    87,976 miles
    Test number
    230390748152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass75,711 miles (+14,017)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2008
    Odometer
    75,711 miles
    Test number
    200454047149
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  22. Pass61,694 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    61,694 miles
    Test number
    874930166004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T290 MDW

Does T290 MDW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T290 MDW expired on 5 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T290 MDW?
The MOT on T290 MDW expired on 5 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T290 MDW done?
T290 MDW was recorded at 149,003 miles at its MOT on 11 Oct 2024, an average of 4,690 miles a year.
Has T290 MDW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T290 MDW has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T290 MDW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 31 May 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T290 MDW find?
T290 MDW failed its latest MOT on 11 Oct 2024 with 2 major defects and 1 advisory: central rear fuel tank leaking; offside rear vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting; offside front inner vehicle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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