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Mazda 3

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LB05 VRNMOT history

LB05 VRN is a black petrol Mazda 3 first used on 18 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 17 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 95,349 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Aug 2027
Mileage
95,349 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,180 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 VRN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
18 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 VRN was last recorded at 95,349 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 961 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,388 miles · 14 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
961 miles
Average per year
4,180 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,349 miles
  • 2025 – 94,388 miles
  • 2024 – 93,212 miles
  • 2023 – 92,056 miles
  • 2022 – 90,877 miles
  • 2021 – 88,693 miles
  • 2020 – 86,038 miles
  • 2019 – 82,745 miles
  • 2018 – 75,572 miles
  • 2017 – 68,484 miles
  • 2016 – 64,748 miles
  • 2015 – 62,249 miles
  • 2014 – 56,709 miles
  • 2013 – 50,775 miles
  • 2012 – 45,715 miles
  • 2011 – 40,605 miles
  • 2010 – 35,210 miles
  • 2009 – 29,041 miles
  • 2008 – 20,416 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,349 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (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.

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 12 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,349 miles (+961)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    95,349 miles
    Test number
    979903424823
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass94,388 miles (+1,176)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    94,388 miles
    Test number
    832157112400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass93,212 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    93,212 miles
    Test number
    122960243478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail93,208 miles (+1,152)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,208 miles
    Test number
    882221757529
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass92,056 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    92,056 miles
    Test number
    874735549457
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail92,046 miles (+1,169)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,046 miles
    Test number
    970108866582
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass90,877 miles (+30)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    90,877 miles
    Test number
    509836506107
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced OUTER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced BOTH INNER SILLS (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail90,847 miles (+2,154)1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,847 miles
    Test number
    963591780965
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced OUTER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced BOTH INNER SILLS (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass88,693 miles (+165)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    88,693 miles
    Test number
    689035794113
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded BOTH FILLER NECK
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail88,528 miles (+2,490)4 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,528 miles
    Test number
    889788592529
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded BOTH FILLER NECK
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass86,038 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    86,038 miles
    Test number
    936988533842
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail86,038 miles (+3,293)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,038 miles
    Test number
    163654980592
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working BOTH (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass82,745 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    82,745 miles
    Test number
    179755832874
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail82,745 miles (+7,173)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,745 miles
    Test number
    393093685624
    • Repaired at testOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass75,572 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    75,572 miles
    Test number
    503866168759
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre perished
    • AdvisoryRear reg cracked

  16. Fail75,572 miles (+7,088)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,572 miles
    Test number
    412624825213
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre perished
    • AdvisoryRear reg cracked

  17. Pass68,484 miles (+3,736)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    68,484 miles
    Test number
    870130700365
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass64,748 miles (+2,499)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    64,748 miles
    Test number
    494750981555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass62,249 miles (+5,540)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    62,249 miles
    Test number
    337659227334
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass56,709 miles (+5,934)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    56,709 miles
    Test number
    946233424241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass50,775 miles (+5,060)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    50,775 miles
    Test number
    536081923298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass45,715 miles (+5,110)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    45,715 miles
    Test number
    365439212203
    • NoteFront ABS wires have tape around them

  23. Pass40,605 miles (+5,395)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    40,605 miles
    Test number
    129370121257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail35,210 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,210 miles
    Test number
    212438610245
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  25. Pass35,210 miles (+6,169)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    35,210 miles
    Test number
    370958510491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass29,041 miles (+8,625)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    29,041 miles
    Test number
    113736529298
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteWasher jet to the n/s inner blocked.

  27. Pass20,416 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    20,416 miles
    Test number
    572188928240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail20,414 miles (+822)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,414 miles
    Test number
    681157028246
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  29. Fail19,592 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,592 miles
    Test number
    110304668139
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  30. Pass19,592 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    19,592 miles
    Test number
    254164068105
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Questions about LB05 VRN

Does LB05 VRN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 VRN is valid until 17 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 VRN?
The MOT on LB05 VRN is valid until 17 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 VRN done?
LB05 VRN was recorded at 95,349 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 4,180 miles a year.
Has LB05 VRN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 VRN has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LB05 VRN 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 LB05 VRN find?
LB05 VRN passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear outer suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill; offside rear outer suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill.

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