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Mazda 3

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LB55 UPSMOT history

LB55 UPS is a blue petrol Mazda 3 first used on 22 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 22 Dec 2024 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 156,499 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Dec 2024
Mileage
156,499 mi
At MOT on 19 Dec 2023
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
8,521 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 UPS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
19 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 UPS was last recorded at 156,499 miles on 19 Dec 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,499 miles · 18 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,521 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 156,499 miles
  • 2022 – 147,232 miles
  • 2021 – 135,861 miles
  • 2020 – 125,143 miles
  • 2019 – 117,033 miles
  • 2018 – 108,843 miles
  • 2017 – 101,451 miles
  • 2016 – 93,348 miles
  • 2015 – 84,460 miles
  • 2014 – 75,125 miles
  • 2013 – 66,249 miles
  • 2012 – 58,694 miles
  • 2011 – 51,087 miles
  • 2010 – 42,975 miles
  • 2009 – 39,283 miles
  • 2008 – 28,207 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,499 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm (spring cup) inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm (spring cup) inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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, 2019–2023

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2014

Full MOT history

28 tests since 28 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,499 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    156,499 miles
    Test number
    800538946472
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm (spring cup) inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm (spring cup) inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail156,499 miles (+9,267)9 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,499 miles
    Test number
    732618254314
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn fr lower arm inner front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury lamp unit cover broken (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn o/s/r lower short arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm (spring cup) inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm (spring cup) inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low

  3. Pass147,232 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    147,232 miles
    Test number
    741849127003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail147,232 miles (+11,371)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,232 miles
    Test number
    681241287045
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass135,861 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    135,861 miles
    Test number
    308704059521
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail135,861 miles (+10,718)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,861 miles
    Test number
    983466080709
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass125,143 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    125,143 miles
    Test number
    895605858354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail125,143 miles (+8,110)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,143 miles
    Test number
    232945585867
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass117,033 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    117,033 miles
    Test number
    389143538387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail117,033 miles (+8,190)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,033 miles
    Test number
    905950144951
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass108,843 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    108,843 miles
    Test number
    565269886371
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both side (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both side (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail108,843 miles (+7,392)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,843 miles
    Test number
    784447153854
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both side (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both side (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass101,451 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    101,451 miles
    Test number
    601290138837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail101,442 miles (+8,094)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,442 miles
    Test number
    179277038372
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass93,348 miles (+8,888)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    93,348 miles
    Test number
    770565632157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass84,460 miles (+9,335)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    84,460 miles
    Test number
    765370923628
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of a seat belt
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail75,125 miles3 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,125 miles
    Test number
    725602954323
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

  18. Pass75,125 miles (+8,876)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    75,125 miles
    Test number
    878332354395
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

  19. Pass66,249 miles (+16)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    66,249 miles
    Test number
    889948443335
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seats fitted to both outer rear seats not allowing full inspection of adult belts
    • NoteDamage to passenger wing

  20. Fail66,233 miles (+7,539)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,233 miles
    Test number
    815006343352
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamps matched pair are not the same colour (1.7.6)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteChild seats fitted to both outer rear seats not allowing full inspection of adult belts
    • NoteDamage to passenger wing

  21. Pass58,694 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    58,694 miles
    Test number
    316612252367
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Fail58,694 miles (+7,607)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,694 miles
    Test number
    625662952335
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass51,087 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    51,087 miles
    Test number
    176270251397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail51,087 miles (+8,112)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,087 miles
    Test number
    815360851306
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  25. Pass42,975 miles (+3,692)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    42,975 miles
    Test number
    723361550396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass39,283 miles (+11,076)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    39,283 miles
    Test number
    993592259380
    • NoteN/s/f wiper blades slightly spilt

  27. Pass28,207 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    28,207 miles
    Test number
    453053838418
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges

  28. Fail28,207 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,207 miles
    Test number
    952903338376
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges

Questions about LB55 UPS

Does LB55 UPS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 UPS expired on 22 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 UPS?
The MOT on LB55 UPS expired on 22 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 UPS done?
LB55 UPS was recorded at 156,499 miles at its MOT on 19 Dec 2023, an average of 8,521 miles a year.
Has LB55 UPS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 UPS has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LB55 UPS 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 LB55 UPS find?
LB55 UPS passed its latest MOT on 19 Dec 2023 with 4 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm (spring cup) inner bush; offside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm (spring cup) inner bush, and 1 more.

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