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Mazda 3

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LB56 URFMOT history

LB56 URF is a silver petrol Mazda 3 first used on 16 Nov 2006. Its MOT expired on 7 Jul 2025 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 142,344 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Jul 2025
Mileage
142,344 mi
At MOT on 5 Jul 2024
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,825 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 URF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
16 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 URF was last recorded at 142,344 miles on 5 Jul 2024, 7,561 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,783 miles · 27 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
7,561 miles
Average per year
8,825 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 142,344 miles
  • 2023 – 134,783 miles
  • 2022 – 126,730 miles
  • 2021 – 120,380 miles
  • 2020 – 115,332 miles
  • 2019 – 107,736 miles
  • 2018 – 98,411 miles
  • 2017 – 89,934 miles
  • 2016 – 80,353 miles
  • 2015 – 68,977 miles
  • 2014 – 61,542 miles
  • 2013 – 54,580 miles
  • 2012 – 46,059 miles
  • 2011 – 34,445 miles
  • 2010 – 23,601 miles
  • 2009 – 13,303 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,344 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Corrosion to underside of body

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 20 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,344 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    142,344 miles
    Test number
    287423093996
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail142,342 miles (+7,559)1 dangerous13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,342 miles
    Test number
    377705495308
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass134,783 miles (+8,053)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    134,783 miles
    Test number
    784921465853
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of body
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads not clearly visible but appear to be wearing low

  4. Pass126,730 miles (+6,350)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    126,730 miles
    Test number
    276555651273
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of body

  5. Pass120,380 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    120,380 miles
    Test number
    784905068908
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to front and rear suspension components
    • AdvisorySurface to underside of vehicle body

  6. Fail120,380 miles (+5,048)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,380 miles
    Test number
    667453269341
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to front and rear suspension components
    • AdvisorySurface to underside of vehicle body

  7. Pass115,332 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    115,332 miles
    Test number
    498363889286
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle

  8. Fail115,332 miles (+7,596)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,332 miles
    Test number
    360242300507
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle

  9. Pass107,736 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    107,736 miles
    Test number
    190371759020
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside of vehicle

  10. Fail107,736 miles (+9,325)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,736 miles
    Test number
    995045863401
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both rear (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside of vehicle

  11. Pass98,411 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    98,411 miles
    Test number
    107271279859
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail98,411 miles (+8,477)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,411 miles
    Test number
    284583111397
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass89,934 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    89,934 miles
    Test number
    473780376492
    • AdvisoryOil leak sump area
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' stone chip (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail89,925 miles (+9,572)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,925 miles
    Test number
    618429992646
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has uneven wear on inside edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak sump area
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' stone chip (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass80,353 miles (+899)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    80,353 miles
    Test number
    844291027797

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail79,454 miles (+10,477)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,454 miles
    Test number
    732340208892
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear most (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear most (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass68,977 miles (+7,435)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    68,977 miles
    Test number
    298233785498
    • 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)
    • NoteAdvise both front tyres wearing on inside edges

  18. Pass61,542 miles (+6,962)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    61,542 miles
    Test number
    825446774117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass54,580 miles (+8,521)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    54,580 miles
    Test number
    647500993164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass46,059 miles (+11,614)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    46,059 miles
    Test number
    716736802356
    • NoteNearside front tyre low edges

  21. Pass34,445 miles (+10,844)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    34,445 miles
    Test number
    617659421320
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass23,601 miles (+10,298)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    23,601 miles
    Test number
    363848920379
    • NoteBoth front tyre treads low on edges

  23. Pass13,303 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    13,303 miles
    Test number
    294304029348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 URF

Does LB56 URF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 URF expired on 7 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 URF?
The MOT on LB56 URF expired on 7 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 URF done?
LB56 URF was recorded at 142,344 miles at its MOT on 5 Jul 2024, an average of 8,825 miles a year.
Has LB56 URF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 URF has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LB56 URF 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 LB56 URF find?
LB56 URF passed its latest MOT on 5 Jul 2024 with 9 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 6 more.

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