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Mazda 3

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LC05 CENMOT history

LC05 CEN is a grey petrol Mazda 3 first used on 30 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 10 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 50,585 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2026.

LC05 CEN grey Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda 3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Mar 2027
Mileage
50,585 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,579 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC05 CEN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC05 CEN was last recorded at 50,585 miles on 5 Mar 2026, 917 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
49,668 miles · 11 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
917 miles
Average per year
2,579 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 50,585 miles
  • 2025 – 49,668 miles
  • 2024 – 47,568 miles
  • 2023 – 45,666 miles
  • 2022 – 42,784 miles
  • 2021 – 40,104 miles
  • 2020 – 37,291 miles
  • 2019 – 34,899 miles
  • 2018 – 31,332 miles
  • 2017 – 28,194 miles
  • 2016 – 24,549 miles
  • 2015 – 20,829 miles
  • 2014 – 16,706 miles
  • 2013 – 13,065 miles
  • 2012 – 9,770 miles
  • 2011 – 8,491 miles
  • 2010 – 7,345 miles
  • 2009 – 5,597 miles
  • 2008 – 4,130 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,585 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All four sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Slight Corrosion On Rear Axle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass50,585 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    50,585 miles
    Test number
    975146008433
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All four sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail50,585 miles (+917)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,585 miles
    Test number
    222112966474
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All four sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass49,668 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    49,668 miles
    Test number
    996289950568
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Four sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail49,668 miles (+2,100)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,668 miles
    Test number
    106901630248
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Four sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass47,568 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    47,568 miles
    Test number
    996163979865
    • AdvisorySlight Corrosion On Rear Axle

  6. Fail47,566 miles (+1,900)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,566 miles
    Test number
    100807820297
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight Corrosion On Rear Axle

  7. Pass45,666 miles (+2,882)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    45,666 miles
    Test number
    655735560675
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass42,784 miles (+2,680)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    42,784 miles
    Test number
    520171772022
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass40,104 miles (+2,813)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    40,104 miles
    Test number
    585004738642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass37,291 miles (+2,392)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    37,291 miles
    Test number
    258157449517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass34,899 miles (+3,567)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    34,899 miles
    Test number
    529543185851

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass31,332 miles (+3,138)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    31,332 miles
    Test number
    445198862531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass28,194 miles (+3,645)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    28,194 miles
    Test number
    795480052978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass24,549 miles (+3,720)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    24,549 miles
    Test number
    266313518568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass20,829 miles (+4,123)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    20,829 miles
    Test number
    625922345086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass16,706 miles (+3,641)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    16,706 miles
    Test number
    389536664082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass13,065 miles (+3,295)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    13,065 miles
    Test number
    945913763096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass9,770 miles (+1,279)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    9,770 miles
    Test number
    389883252024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass8,491 miles (+1,146)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    8,491 miles
    Test number
    857864951076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass7,345 miles (+1,748)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    7,345 miles
    Test number
    713497850037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass5,597 miles (+1,467)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    5,597 miles
    Test number
    264346259016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass4,130 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    4,130 miles
    Test number
    781369458029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC05 CEN

Does LC05 CEN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC05 CEN is valid until 10 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC05 CEN?
The MOT on LC05 CEN is valid until 10 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC05 CEN done?
LC05 CEN was recorded at 50,585 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2026, an average of 2,579 miles a year.
Has LC05 CEN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC05 CEN has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LC05 CEN 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 LC05 CEN find?
LC05 CEN passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust corroded; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all four sills; suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened.

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