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Mazda 323

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,498 cc

T881 DGXMOT history

T881 DGX is a silver petrol Mazda 323 first used on 20 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 21 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 79,696 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Apr 2027
Mileage
79,696 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,040 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T881 DGX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
323
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,498 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T881 DGX was last recorded at 79,696 miles on 22 Apr 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Oct 2018: 61,530 miles, lower than 61,941 miles on 29 Sept 2018.

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
79,695 miles · 19 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,040 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,696 miles
  • 2025 – 78,531 miles
  • 2024 – 77,081 miles
  • 2023 – 71,942 miles
  • 2022 – 65,213 miles
  • 2021 – 63,820 miles
  • 2020 – 63,619 miles
  • 2018 – 61,530 miles
  • 2017 – 54,164 miles
  • 2016 – 43,886 miles
  • 2015 – 35,895 miles
  • 2014 – 34,256 miles
  • 2013 – 32,231 miles
  • 2012 – 30,969 miles
  • 2011 – 29,202 miles
  • 2010 – 27,350 miles
  • 2009 – 25,461 miles
  • 2008 – 23,142 miles
  • 2007 – 20,755 miles
  • 2006 – 18,513 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,696 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier Battery required fitting with appropriate bracket (4.13 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both headlamps required polishing (4.1.4 (b))

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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 7 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,696 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    79,696 miles
    Test number
    113876926717
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier Battery required fitting with appropriate bracket (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both headlamps required polishing (4.1.4 (b))
  2. Fail79,696 miles (+1)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,696 miles
    Test number
    805959069009
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier Battery required fitting with appropriate bracket (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both headlamps required polishing (4.1.4 (b))
  3. Fail79,695 miles (+1,164)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,695 miles
    Test number
    384605704184
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass78,531 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    78,531 miles
    Test number
    797912927713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail78,531 miles (+1,450)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,531 miles
    Test number
    327215702001
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 38% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 25% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  6. Pass77,081 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    77,081 miles
    Test number
    803787800685
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Fail77,081 miles (+5,139)6 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,081 miles
    Test number
    547088909866
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass71,942 miles (+6,729)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    71,942 miles
    Test number
    372428811372
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass65,213 miles (+1,393)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    65,213 miles
    Test number
    800437389927
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake requires adjustment
    • AdvisoryLight under body corrosion
  10. Pass63,820 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    63,820 miles
    Test number
    582816242396
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  11. Fail63,820 miles (+201)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,820 miles
    Test number
    184284101698
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  12. Pass63,619 miles (+2,089)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    63,619 miles
    Test number
    291705452322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass61,530 miles (-411)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    61,530 miles
    Test number
    793538863921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail61,941 miles (+7,777)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,941 miles
    Test number
    519532263808
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  15. Pass54,164 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    54,164 miles
    Test number
    828934091312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail54,164 miles (+10,278)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,164 miles
    Test number
    338678937772
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  17. Pass43,886 miles (+7,991)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    43,886 miles
    Test number
    177057431300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,895 miles (+1,639)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    35,895 miles
    Test number
    947693775151
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  19. Pass34,256 miles (+2,025)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2015
    Odometer
    34,256 miles
    Test number
    216483424433
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  20. Pass32,231 miles (+1,262)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2014
    Odometer
    32,231 miles
    Test number
    619621133125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,969 miles (+1,767)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2013
    Odometer
    30,969 miles
    Test number
    349053232160
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  22. Pass29,202 miles (+1,852)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    29,202 miles
    Test number
    419719891063
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  23. Pass27,350 miles (+1,889)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    27,350 miles
    Test number
    561807400144
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteRear number plate starting to delaminate
  24. Pass25,461 miles (+2,319)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    25,461 miles
    Test number
    270334799017
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  25. Pass23,142 miles (+2,387)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    23,142 miles
    Test number
    960858078025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass20,755 miles (+2,242)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    20,755 miles
    Test number
    984145277010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass18,513 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    18,513 miles
    Test number
    980286166002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T881 DGX

Does T881 DGX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T881 DGX is valid until 21 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T881 DGX?
The MOT on T881 DGX is valid until 21 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T881 DGX done?
T881 DGX was recorded at 79,696 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2026, an average of 3,040 miles a year.
Has T881 DGX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T881 DGX has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T881 DGX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Oct 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T881 DGX find?
T881 DGX passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier battery required fitting with appropriate bracket; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps required polishing.

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