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Mazda 3

Black · Petrol · 2017 · 1,998 cc

L16 UCHMOT history

L16 UCH is a black petrol Mazda 3 first used on 18 Apr 2017. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 8 of 13 MOT tests, with 75,526 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

L16 UCH black Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
75,526 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2026
MOT tests
13
8 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,659 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 UCH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
18 Apr 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 UCH was last recorded at 75,526 miles on 1 Oct 2026, 5,134 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,392 miles · 1 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5,134 miles
Average per year
9,659 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,526 miles
  • 2025 – 70,392 miles
  • 2024 – 59,094 miles
  • 2023 – 49,881 miles
  • 2022 – 40,043 miles
  • 2021 – 26,671 miles
  • 2020 – 17,030 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,526 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

13 tests since 9 Apr 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,526 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    75,526 miles
    Test number
    822952760681
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail75,526 miles (+5,134)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,526 miles
    Test number
    187224018858
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass70,392 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    70,392 miles
    Test number
    127145441737
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. Fail70,391 miles (+11,297)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,391 miles
    Test number
    155665740324
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Pass59,094 miles (+9,213)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    59,094 miles
    Test number
    538965503330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass49,881 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    49,881 miles
    Test number
    283454711283
    • 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))

  7. Fail49,881 miles (+9,838)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,881 miles
    Test number
    161446577669
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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. Pass40,043 miles (+11)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    40,043 miles
    Test number
    432979733939
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Fail40,032 miles (+13,361)2 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,032 miles
    Test number
    442594481720
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass26,671 miles (+488)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    26,671 miles
    Test number
    519981685589
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail26,183 miles (+9,153)3 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,183 miles
    Test number
    235412263398
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass17,030 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    17,030 miles
    Test number
    512956222767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    486841786518
    • AdvisoryCOVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Questions about L16 UCH

Does L16 UCH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 UCH is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 UCH?
The MOT on L16 UCH is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 UCH done?
L16 UCH was recorded at 75,526 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2026, an average of 9,659 miles a year.
Has L16 UCH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 UCH has failed 5 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L16 UCH 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 UCH find?
L16 UCH passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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