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Mazda 3

White · Petrol · 2014 · 1,998 cc

L16 COPMOT history

L16 COP is a white petrol Mazda 3 first used on 30 Sept 2014. Its MOT is valid until 8 Oct 2027 and it has passed 10 of 17 MOT tests, with 101,797 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

L16 COP white Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Oct 2027
Mileage
101,797 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2026
MOT tests
17
10 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,235 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 COP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
30 Sept 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 COP was last recorded at 101,797 miles on 7 Oct 2026, 6,249 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,548 miles · 6 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
6,249 miles
Average per year
8,235 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,797 miles
  • 2025 – 95,548 miles
  • 2024 – 87,255 miles
  • 2023 – 78,618 miles
  • 2022 – 68,852 miles
  • 2021 – 59,030 miles
  • 2020 – 58,094 miles
  • 2019 – 47,458 miles
  • 2018 – 36,992 miles
  • 2017 – 27,509 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,797 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 disc worn, but not excessively Both

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm approx

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

17 tests since 29 Sept 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,797 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    101,797 miles
    Test number
    595685831493
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail101,796 miles (+6,248)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,796 miles
    Test number
    951820479922
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass95,548 miles (+8,293)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    95,548 miles
    Test number
    830891789500
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front HEAD LAMP BULB slightly dimmer
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass87,255 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    87,255 miles
    Test number
    520861822415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail87,255 miles (+8,637)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,255 miles
    Test number
    201325412826
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  6. Pass78,618 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    78,618 miles
    Test number
    259959928543
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre side wall damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Fail78,618 miles (+9,766)3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,618 miles
    Test number
    923579069053
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre side wall damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass68,852 miles (+26)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    68,852 miles
    Test number
    463109561090
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm approx (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail68,826 miles (+9,796)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,826 miles
    Test number
    542202504833
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm approx (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass59,030 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    59,030 miles
    Test number
    609592209824
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  11. Fail59,029 miles (+935)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,029 miles
    Test number
    646320847815
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  12. Pass58,094 miles (+86)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    58,094 miles
    Test number
    310991274901
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Fail58,008 miles (+10,550)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,008 miles
    Test number
    288021374375
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Pass47,458 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    47,458 miles
    Test number
    737930306516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail47,458 miles (+10,466)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,458 miles
    Test number
    406798010212
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm approx (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass36,992 miles (+9,483)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    36,992 miles
    Test number
    473727460211
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly loose both + nearside poorly positioned (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front wiper blades slightly smearing + split at ends
    • AdvisoryEngine coolant close to minimum mark
    • AdvisoryNearside front lower ball joint gaiter greasy
    • AdvisoryOffside front lower bumper spoiler slightly loose
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perishing

  17. Pass27,509 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    27,509 miles
    Test number
    293061431238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L16 COP

Does L16 COP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 COP is valid until 8 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 COP?
The MOT on L16 COP is valid until 8 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 COP done?
L16 COP was recorded at 101,797 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2026, an average of 8,235 miles a year.
Has L16 COP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 COP has failed 7 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L16 COP 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 L16 COP find?
L16 COP passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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