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Mazda 3

Red · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LB08 LVDMOT history

LB08 LVD is a red petrol Mazda 3 first used on 23 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 2 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 51,294 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Aug 2027
Mileage
51,294 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,318 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 LVD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
23 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 LVD was last recorded at 51,294 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 479 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,815 miles · 30 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
479 miles
Average per year
1,318 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 51,294 miles
  • 2025 – 50,815 miles
  • 2024 – 50,538 miles
  • 2023 – 50,089 miles
  • 2022 – 49,336 miles
  • 2021 – 48,702 miles
  • 2020 – 47,038 miles
  • 2019 – 46,088 miles
  • 2018 – 45,144 miles
  • 2017 – 43,947 miles
  • 2016 – 42,999 miles
  • 2015 – 40,595 miles
  • 2014 – 38,878 miles
  • 2013 – 37,417 miles
  • 2012 – 36,150 miles
  • 2011 – 31,227 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,294 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • 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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

27 tests since 10 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,294 miles1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    51,294 miles
    Test number
    910856414662
    • MinorNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail51,294 miles (+479)2 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,294 miles
    Test number
    943369615877
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass50,815 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    50,815 miles
    Test number
    583377362789
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail50,815 miles (+277)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,815 miles
    Test number
    540622698710
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass50,538 miles (+449)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    50,538 miles
    Test number
    691878704769

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass50,089 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    50,089 miles
    Test number
    578073462165
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail50,089 miles (+753)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,089 miles
    Test number
    610178463619
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass49,336 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    49,336 miles
    Test number
    576482066680
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  9. Fail49,335 miles (+633)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,335 miles
    Test number
    818611108235
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  10. Pass48,702 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    48,702 miles
    Test number
    117660613368
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail48,702 miles (+1,664)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,702 miles
    Test number
    190109946047
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass47,038 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    47,038 miles
    Test number
    341072400096
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail47,038 miles (+950)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,038 miles
    Test number
    561295012083
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass46,088 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    46,088 miles
    Test number
    577113398433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail46,088 miles (+944)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,088 miles
    Test number
    979194459780
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  16. Pass45,144 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    45,144 miles
    Test number
    537258749471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail45,144 miles (+1,197)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,144 miles
    Test number
    474225756756
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light staying on

  18. Pass43,947 miles (+948)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2018
    Odometer
    43,947 miles
    Test number
    842447625525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,999 miles (+2,404)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2017
    Odometer
    42,999 miles
    Test number
    559306220288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,595 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2016
    Odometer
    40,595 miles
    Test number
    497859725112
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  21. Fail40,595 miles (+1,717)2 dangerous1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,595 miles
    Test number
    398189825197
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside rear tyre badly perished
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  22. Pass38,878 miles (+1,461)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2015
    Odometer
    38,878 miles
    Test number
    496658114110
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking

  23. Pass37,417 miles (+1,267)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    37,417 miles
    Test number
    826687313189
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside front tyre outer wall damaged

  24. Fail36,150 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,150 miles
    Test number
    158089222173
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass36,150 miles (+4,923)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2013
    Odometer
    36,150 miles
    Test number
    466059322102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass31,227 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2012
    Odometer
    31,227 miles
    Test number
    578250231175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail31,227 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,227 miles
    Test number
    119170131130
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Questions about LB08 LVD

Does LB08 LVD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 LVD is valid until 2 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 LVD?
The MOT on LB08 LVD is valid until 2 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 LVD done?
LB08 LVD was recorded at 51,294 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 1,318 miles a year.
Has LB08 LVD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 LVD has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 LVD 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 LB08 LVD find?
LB08 LVD passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 12 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 10 more.

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