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Mazda 3

Silver · Petrol · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LB12 SXJMOT history

LB12 SXJ is a silver petrol Mazda 3 first used on 10 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 13 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 56,901 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Aug 2027
Mileage
56,901 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,987 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 SXJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
10 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 SXJ was last recorded at 56,901 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,900 miles · 7 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
2,987 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 56,901 miles
  • 2025 – 53,139 miles
  • 2024 – 48,238 miles
  • 2023 – 43,835 miles
  • 2022 – 39,962 miles
  • 2021 – 36,163 miles
  • 2020 – 32,597 miles
  • 2019 – 29,323 miles
  • 2018 – 28,795 miles
  • 2017 – 28,043 miles
  • 2016 – 26,192 miles
  • 2015 – 23,630 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,901 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

15 tests since 23 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,901 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    56,901 miles
    Test number
    242112880376
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Fail56,900 miles (+3,761)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,900 miles
    Test number
    837694800393
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass53,139 miles (+4,901)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    53,139 miles
    Test number
    952430633568
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass48,238 miles (+4,403)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    48,238 miles
    Test number
    981991782121
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass43,835 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    43,835 miles
    Test number
    234949974498
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Fail43,835 miles (+3,873)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,835 miles
    Test number
    239396459853
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass39,962 miles (+3,799)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    39,962 miles
    Test number
    241414880242
    • MinorFront Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass36,163 miles (+3,566)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    36,163 miles
    Test number
    938142932892
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass32,597 miles (+3,274)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    32,597 miles
    Test number
    300721570094
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass29,323 miles (+528)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    29,323 miles
    Test number
    784181421121
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper & nearside of vehicle significantly damaged

  11. Pass28,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    28,795 miles
    Test number
    249037732416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail28,795 miles (+752)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,795 miles
    Test number
    142695759109
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass28,043 miles (+1,851)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    28,043 miles
    Test number
    614801065757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass26,192 miles (+2,562)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    26,192 miles
    Test number
    386888695502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass23,630 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    23,630 miles
    Test number
    275924275472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 SXJ

Does LB12 SXJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 SXJ is valid until 13 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 SXJ?
The MOT on LB12 SXJ is valid until 13 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 SXJ done?
LB12 SXJ was recorded at 56,901 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 2,987 miles a year.
Has LB12 SXJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 SXJ has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 SXJ 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 LB12 SXJ find?
LB12 SXJ passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output.

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