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Mazda 3

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,560 cc

K8 LPHMOT history

K8 LPH is a grey diesel Mazda 3 first used on 26 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 6 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 13 MOT tests, with 71,280 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2026.

K8 LPH grey Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Sept 2027
Mileage
71,280 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2026
MOT tests
13
12 passed · 1 failed
Per year
4,653 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K8 LPH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
26 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K8 LPH was last recorded at 71,280 miles on 7 Sept 2026, 4,151 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,129 miles · 7 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
4,151 miles
Average per year
4,653 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,280 miles
  • 2025 – 67,129 miles
  • 2024 – 60,732 miles
  • 2023 – 56,909 miles
  • 2022 – 52,088 miles
  • 2021 – 47,562 miles
  • 2020 – 44,414 miles
  • 2019 – 40,670 miles
  • 2018 – 35,967 miles
  • 2017 – 30,810 miles
  • 2016 – 24,932 miles
  • 2015 – 19,133 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,280 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre wearing thin on inner edge

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Sill covers engine cover and under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

13 tests since 24 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,280 miles (+4,151)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    71,280 miles
    Test number
    636263155100
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre wearing thin on inner edge
  2. Pass67,129 miles (+6,397)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    67,129 miles
    Test number
    652541116492
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  3. Pass60,732 miles (+3,823)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    60,732 miles
    Test number
    999576006344
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers engine cover and under trays fitted
  4. Pass56,909 miles (+4,821)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    56,909 miles
    Test number
    602750862422
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers engine cover and under trays fitted
  5. Pass52,088 miles (+4,526)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    52,088 miles
    Test number
    561305296797
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Strong advise (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass47,562 miles (+3,148)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    47,562 miles
    Test number
    518724940871
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass44,414 miles (+3,744)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    44,414 miles
    Test number
    160122180199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass40,670 miles (+4,703)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    40,670 miles
    Test number
    676422443727
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass35,967 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    35,967 miles
    Test number
    688565552875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail35,928 miles (+5,118)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,928 miles
    Test number
    784499640795
    • MajorReversing lamp switch does not operate automatically when reverse gear is selected (4.6.3 (a))
  11. Pass30,810 miles (+5,878)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    30,810 miles
    Test number
    368759417727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass24,932 miles (+5,799)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    24,932 miles
    Test number
    472667125741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass19,133 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    19,133 miles
    Test number
    395805375140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K8 LPH

Does K8 LPH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K8 LPH is valid until 6 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on K8 LPH?
The MOT on K8 LPH is valid until 6 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K8 LPH done?
K8 LPH was recorded at 71,280 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2026, an average of 4,653 miles a year.
Has K8 LPH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K8 LPH has failed 1 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jun 2018.
Has the mileage on K8 LPH 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 K8 LPH find?
K8 LPH passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear nail in tyre; n/s/r tyre wearing thin on inner edge.

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