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Mazda 3

Red · Petrol · 2016 · 1,998 cc

K26 DKBMOT history

K26 DKB is a red petrol Mazda 3 first used on 21 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 11 Nov 2026 and it has passed 9 of 10 MOT tests, with 78,448 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2025.

K26 DKB red Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Nov 2026
Mileage
78,448 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2025
MOT tests
10
9 passed · 1 failed
Per year
7,702 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K26 DKB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
21 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K26 DKB was last recorded at 78,448 miles on 7 Nov 2025, 6,781 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
71,667 miles · 12 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
6,781 miles
Average per year
7,702 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 78,448 miles
  • 2024 – 71,667 miles
  • 2023 – 63,570 miles
  • 2022 – 48,735 miles
  • 2021 – 44,597 miles
  • 2020 – 39,052 miles
  • 2019 – 32,761 miles
  • 2018 – 23,622 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,448 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. across axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryGeneral Underbody corrosion (suspension and sub frames)

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.

  • Sill trims fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

Full MOT history

10 tests since 25 Sept 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,448 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    78,448 miles
    Test number
    163606207687
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. across axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral Underbody corrosion (suspension and sub frames)
  2. Fail78,448 miles (+6,781)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,448 miles
    Test number
    867219945742
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. across axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral Underbody corrosion (suspension and sub frames)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. across axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass71,667 miles (+8,097)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    71,667 miles
    Test number
    455983799133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass63,570 miles (+14,835)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    63,570 miles
    Test number
    610941368992
    • AdvisoryHeat shield at fuel tank partly insecure
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on
  5. Pass48,735 miles (+345)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    48,735 miles
    Test number
    851237125664

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass48,390 miles (+3,793)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    48,390 miles
    Test number
    929107425128
    • AdvisorySill trims fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  7. Pass44,597 miles (+5,545)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    44,597 miles
    Test number
    223245634715
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer side wall slight damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Pass39,052 miles (+6,291)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    39,052 miles
    Test number
    204909908034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass32,761 miles (+9,139)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    32,761 miles
    Test number
    337673372807
    • AdvisoryCut in osf tyre not through to cords
  10. Pass23,622 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    23,622 miles
    Test number
    265346998260
    • AdvisorySill trims fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

Questions about K26 DKB

Does K26 DKB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K26 DKB is valid until 11 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on K26 DKB?
The MOT on K26 DKB is valid until 11 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K26 DKB done?
K26 DKB was recorded at 78,448 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2025, an average of 7,702 miles a year.
Has K26 DKB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K26 DKB has failed 1 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on K26 DKB 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 K26 DKB find?
K26 DKB passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2025 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; front brake pad(s) wearing thin both; front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. across axle, and 1 more.

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