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Mazda 3

Red · Petrol · 2010 · 2,261 cc

K20 BMFMOT history

K20 BMF is a red petrol Mazda 3 first used on 9 Jul 2010. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 85,858 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2026.

K20 BMF red Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda 3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jul 2027
Mileage
85,858 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2026
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,056 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K20 BMF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,261 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
9 Jul 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K20 BMF was last recorded at 85,858 miles on 30 Jun 2026, 10,467 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
75,391 miles · 3 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
10,467 miles
Average per year
5,056 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,858 miles
  • 2025 – 75,391 miles
  • 2024 – 64,671 miles
  • 2023 – 61,678 miles
  • 2022 – 58,218 miles
  • 2021 – 54,521 miles
  • 2020 – 51,685 miles
  • 2019 – 48,489 miles
  • 2018 – 44,476 miles
  • 2017 – 39,854 miles
  • 2016 – 35,251 miles
  • 2015 – 30,090 miles
  • 2014 – 24,328 miles
  • 2013 – 20,098 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,858 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryAftermarket exhaust fittedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySill covers fittedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryWindscreen washer jets

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 Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • All suspension components corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 27 Jun 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,858 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    85,858 miles
    Test number
    422692559369
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAftermarket exhaust fitted
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryWindscreen washer jets

  2. Fail85,858 miles (+10,467)1 dangerous1 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,858 miles
    Test number
    922675848407
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAftermarket exhaust fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust heatshield loose
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  3. Pass75,391 miles (+10,720)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    75,391 miles
    Test number
    845617288429
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp levelling device damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAftermarket exhaust fitted
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  4. Pass64,671 miles (+2,993)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    64,671 miles
    Test number
    516157814039
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  5. Pass61,678 miles (+3,460)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    61,678 miles
    Test number
    881630912554
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass58,218 miles (+3,697)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    58,218 miles
    Test number
    813202641162
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (225/40ZR18) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass54,521 miles (+2,836)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    54,521 miles
    Test number
    299019559759
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass51,685 miles (+3,196)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    51,685 miles
    Test number
    515226552801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass48,489 miles (+4,013)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    48,489 miles
    Test number
    175497616000
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass44,476 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    44,476 miles
    Test number
    184437426184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail44,476 miles (+4,622)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,476 miles
    Test number
    374179137615
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass39,854 miles (+4,603)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    39,854 miles
    Test number
    671002434768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass35,251 miles (+5,161)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    35,251 miles
    Test number
    563419228574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass30,090 miles (+5,762)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    30,090 miles
    Test number
    297776275185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass24,328 miles (+4,230)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    24,328 miles
    Test number
    426567964157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass20,098 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    20,098 miles
    Test number
    686498173174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K20 BMF

Does K20 BMF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K20 BMF is valid until 9 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on K20 BMF?
The MOT on K20 BMF is valid until 9 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K20 BMF done?
K20 BMF was recorded at 85,858 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2026, an average of 5,056 miles a year.
Has K20 BMF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K20 BMF has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on K20 BMF 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 K20 BMF find?
K20 BMF passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2026 with 13 advisories: front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 10 more.

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