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Mazda 323

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,498 cc

Y218 SORMOT history

Y218 SOR is a green petrol Mazda 323 first used on 12 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 14 Nov 2025 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 133,653 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Nov 2025
Mileage
133,653 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2024
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,511 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y218 SOR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
323
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y218 SOR was last recorded at 133,653 miles on 14 Nov 2024, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,639 miles · 12 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
2,511 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 133,653 miles
  • 2023 – 132,514 miles
  • 2022 – 131,277 miles
  • 2021 – 129,757 miles
  • 2020 – 128,797 miles
  • 2019 – 127,900 miles
  • 2018 – 126,458 miles
  • 2017 – 124,414 miles
  • 2016 – 122,108 miles
  • 2015 – 118,915 miles
  • 2014 – 114,851 miles
  • 2013 – 112,267 miles
  • 2012 – 110,511 miles
  • 2011 – 108,422 miles
  • 2010 – 105,869 miles
  • 2009 – 102,233 miles
  • 2008 – 98,479 miles
  • 2007 – 94,409 miles
  • 2006 – 90,540 miles
  • 2005 – 86,135 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,653 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryExhaust corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and outer sidewall slightly cut/ deteriorated (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear seats stowed at time of testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn multi-link bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Front brake discs corroded

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2016–2024

  • Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor6 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • General underbody corrosion

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 12 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,653 miles (+14)5 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    133,653 miles
    Test number
    567766904169
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and outer sidewall slightly cut/ deteriorated (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear seats stowed at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn multi-link bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail133,639 miles (+1,125)2 major5 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,639 miles
    Test number
    587143709686
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and outer sidewall slightly cut/ deteriorated (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear seats stowed at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn multi-link bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySpare wheel well corroded

  3. Pass132,514 miles (+4)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    132,514 miles
    Test number
    270781866870
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre wearing unevenly with cracking in tread
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre wearing unevenly with cracking in tread

  4. Fail132,510 miles (+1,233)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,510 miles
    Test number
    340287879121
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre wearing unevenly with cracking in tread
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre wearing unevenly with cracking in tread

  5. Pass131,277 miles (+1,520)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    131,277 miles
    Test number
    807770524280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass129,757 miles (+960)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    129,757 miles
    Test number
    831716519296
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing unevenly with cracking in tread
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes corroded

  7. Pass128,797 miles (+897)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    128,797 miles
    Test number
    942478188120
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryN/s mirror damaged

  8. Pass127,900 miles (+4)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    127,900 miles
    Test number
    774746073229
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded on inner braking surfaces
    • AdvisoryFront metal brake pipes starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre tread heavily perished and worn to wear markers
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre tread cut and perished and worn to wear markers

  9. Fail127,896 miles (+1,438)4 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,896 miles
    Test number
    140598318212
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded on inner braking surfaces
    • AdvisoryFront metal brake pipes starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre tread heavily perished and worn to wear markers
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre tread cut and perished and worn to wear markers

  10. Pass126,458 miles (+4)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    126,458 miles
    Test number
    862503848790
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing unevenly

  11. Fail126,454 miles (+2,040)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,454 miles
    Test number
    625354642171
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength n/s/r outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing unevenly

  12. Pass124,414 miles (+2,306)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    124,414 miles
    Test number
    168372647895
    • AdvisoryCorrosion throughout underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryPlay in both rear anti roll bar links
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished and out of shape

  13. Pass122,108 miles (+3,193)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    122,108 miles
    Test number
    147602428019
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint o/s and n/s rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion starting in various floor and body members
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing unevenly
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing unevenly

  14. Pass118,915 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    118,915 miles
    Test number
    572458672859
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on inner edge

  15. Fail118,911 miles (+4,060)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,911 miles
    Test number
    326472744980
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on inner edge

  16. Pass114,851 miles (+2,584)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    114,851 miles
    Test number
    798773244337
    • NoteN/s/f shock absorber damp
    • NoteO/s/r tyre tread slightly distorted

  17. Pass112,267 miles (+1,756)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    112,267 miles
    Test number
    716683743360
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass110,511 miles (+2,089)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    110,511 miles
    Test number
    669105942341
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  19. Pass108,422 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    108,422 miles
    Test number
    268543941394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail108,422 miles (+2,553)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,422 miles
    Test number
    885263441373
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass105,869 miles (+3,636)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    105,869 miles
    Test number
    831423640308
    • NoteN/s/f shock absorber damp
    • NoteSlight imbalance on front brakes

  22. Pass102,233 miles (+3,754)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    102,233 miles
    Test number
    862696939361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass98,479 miles (+4,070)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    98,479 miles
    Test number
    601256148393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass94,409 miles (+3,869)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    94,409 miles
    Test number
    562775747383
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass90,540 miles (+4,405)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    90,540 miles
    Test number
    940087746317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass86,135 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    86,135 miles
    Test number
    831526845323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y218 SOR

Does Y218 SOR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y218 SOR expired on 14 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y218 SOR?
The MOT on Y218 SOR expired on 14 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y218 SOR done?
Y218 SOR was recorded at 133,653 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2024, an average of 2,511 miles a year.
Has Y218 SOR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y218 SOR has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on Y218 SOR 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 Y218 SOR find?
Y218 SOR passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2024 with 5 minor defects and 9 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 11 more.

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