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Mazda 2

Silver · Petrol · 2009 · 1,349 cc

L6 HCMMOT history

L6 HCM is a silver petrol Mazda 2 first used on 31 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 129,565 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jan 2026.

L6 HCM silver Mazda 2 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda 2, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jan 2027
Mileage
129,565 mi
At MOT on 7 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,749 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L6 HCM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
2
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,349 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
31 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L6 HCM was last recorded at 129,565 miles on 7 Jan 2026, 216 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,349 miles · 23 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
216 miles
Average per year
7,749 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,565 miles
  • 2025 – 129,349 miles
  • 2024 – 123,905 miles
  • 2023 – 122,063 miles
  • 2022 – 115,629 miles
  • 2021 – 112,264 miles
  • 2020 – 108,715 miles
  • 2019 – 105,155 miles
  • 2018 – 99,703 miles
  • 2017 – 91,029 miles
  • 2016 – 80,795 miles
  • 2015 – 62,576 miles
  • 2014 – 56,520 miles
  • 2013 – 42,851 miles
  • 2012 – 28,048 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,565 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front body panel damaged no sharp edges
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 1 Dec 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,565 miles (+216)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    129,565 miles
    Test number
    152751342037
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front body panel damaged no sharp edges
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail129,349 miles (+5,444)5 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,349 miles
    Test number
    648427386901
    • MajorFront Headlamp not working on dipped beam both sides (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear slight underbody corrosion
    • AdvisorySill corrosion inner side, both sides front and rear

  3. Pass123,905 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    123,905 miles
    Test number
    689107988794
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight under body corrosion

  4. Fail123,905 miles (+1,842)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,905 miles
    Test number
    453759834002
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight under body corrosion

  5. Pass122,063 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    122,063 miles
    Test number
    264611818058
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail122,063 miles (+6,434)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,063 miles
    Test number
    881836492809
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass115,629 miles (+3,365)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    115,629 miles
    Test number
    335765588147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass112,264 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    112,264 miles
    Test number
    556525402077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail112,197 miles (+3,482)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,197 miles
    Test number
    799048712362
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass108,715 miles (+3,560)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    108,715 miles
    Test number
    576605966301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass105,155 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    105,155 miles
    Test number
    127186741265
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Fail105,155 miles (+5,452)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,155 miles
    Test number
    706181543632
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass99,703 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    99,703 miles
    Test number
    476870982160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail99,687 miles (+8,658)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,687 miles
    Test number
    827080227130
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass91,029 miles (+10,234)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    91,029 miles
    Test number
    780613225000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass80,795 miles (+18,219)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    80,795 miles
    Test number
    377568998604
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner tyre wall (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner tyre wall (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass62,576 miles (+6,056)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    62,576 miles
    Test number
    210033025279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass56,520 miles (+13,669)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    56,520 miles
    Test number
    315191634371
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight clunking from steering when when rocking side to side
    • NoteUnable to see front pads

  19. Pass42,851 miles (+14,803)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    42,851 miles
    Test number
    415084233301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass28,048 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    28,048 miles
    Test number
    617296432309
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about L6 HCM

Does L6 HCM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L6 HCM is valid until 6 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L6 HCM?
The MOT on L6 HCM is valid until 6 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L6 HCM done?
L6 HCM was recorded at 129,565 miles at its MOT on 7 Jan 2026, an average of 7,749 miles a year.
Has L6 HCM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L6 HCM has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on L6 HCM 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 L6 HCM find?
L6 HCM passed its latest MOT on 7 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside obligatory mirror slightly loose; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 5 more.

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