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Mazda 323

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,324 cc

T502 DCUMOT history

T502 DCU is a blue petrol Mazda 323 first used on 21 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 6 Sept 2023 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 99,205 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Sept 2023
Mileage
99,205 mi
At MOT on 16 Aug 2022
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,476 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T502 DCU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
323
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,324 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
21 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T502 DCU was last recorded at 99,205 miles on 16 Aug 2022, 5,467 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,738 miles · 23 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
5,467 miles
Average per year
5,476 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 99,205 miles
  • 2021 – 93,738 miles
  • 2020 – 88,130 miles
  • 2019 – 83,779 miles
  • 2018 – 76,783 miles
  • 2017 – 71,203 miles
  • 2016 – 64,299 miles
  • 2015 – 56,353 miles
  • 2014 – 46,547 miles
  • 2013 – 37,019 miles
  • 2012 – 24,580 miles
  • 2011 – 22,288 miles
  • 2010 – 19,504 miles
  • 2009 – 17,382 miles
  • 2008 – 14,779 miles
  • 2007 – 12,912 miles
  • 2006 – 11,877 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,205 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated long travel on lever (1.1.6 (d))
  • AdvisoryEngine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from viewRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2019

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

21 tests since 4 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,205 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    99,205 miles
    Test number
    626784871977
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated long travel on lever (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryEngine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

  2. Fail99,205 miles (+5,467)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,205 miles
    Test number
    855361102546
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated long travel on lever (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryEngine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

  3. Pass93,738 miles (+5,608)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    93,738 miles
    Test number
    894342496337
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

  4. Pass88,130 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    88,130 miles
    Test number
    502115266936
    • AdvisoryEngine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

  5. Fail88,126 miles (+4,347)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,126 miles
    Test number
    307516484808
    • MajorEmissions not tested engine running hot (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

  6. Pass83,779 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    83,779 miles
    Test number
    120750076451
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

  7. Fail83,778 miles (+6,995)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,778 miles
    Test number
    588794429240
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

  8. Pass76,783 miles (+5,580)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    76,783 miles
    Test number
    429844399116
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine bay and under body covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  9. Pass71,203 miles (+6,904)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    71,203 miles
    Test number
    553333776679
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn inner edge

  10. Pass64,299 miles (+7,946)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    64,299 miles
    Test number
    118009992414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass56,353 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    56,353 miles
    Test number
    994267751989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail56,353 miles (+9,806)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,353 miles
    Test number
    832972261330
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  13. Pass46,547 miles (+9,528)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    46,547 miles
    Test number
    385886644473
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass37,019 miles (+12,439)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    37,019 miles
    Test number
    125886643263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass24,580 miles (+2,292)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    24,580 miles
    Test number
    795698642224
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass22,288 miles (+2,784)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    22,288 miles
    Test number
    417472141287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass19,504 miles (+2,122)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    19,504 miles
    Test number
    814959640282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass17,382 miles (+2,603)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    17,382 miles
    Test number
    933757449267
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  19. Pass14,779 miles (+1,867)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    14,779 miles
    Test number
    963096048269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass12,912 miles (+1,035)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    12,912 miles
    Test number
    180810157216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass11,877 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    11,877 miles
    Test number
    610027146252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T502 DCU

Does T502 DCU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T502 DCU expired on 6 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T502 DCU?
The MOT on T502 DCU expired on 6 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T502 DCU done?
T502 DCU was recorded at 99,205 miles at its MOT on 16 Aug 2022, an average of 5,476 miles a year.
Has T502 DCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T502 DCU has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on T502 DCU 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 T502 DCU find?
T502 DCU passed its latest MOT on 16 Aug 2022 with 6 advisories: nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; offside front service brake binding but not excessively, and 3 more.

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