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Mazda 3

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LC08 YXMMOT history

LC08 YXM is a black petrol Mazda 3 first used on 30 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 6 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 17 MOT tests, with 52,655 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2026.

LC08 YXM black Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda 3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Apr 2027
Mileage
52,655 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2026
MOT tests
17
16 passed · 1 failed
Per year
2,472 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC08 YXM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC08 YXM was last recorded at 52,655 miles on 16 Mar 2026, 1,582 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,073 miles · 7 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,582 miles
Average per year
2,472 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 52,655 miles
  • 2025 – 51,073 miles
  • 2024 – 49,095 miles
  • 2023 – 47,054 miles
  • 2022 – 45,407 miles
  • 2021 – 43,077 miles
  • 2020 – 41,425 miles
  • 2019 – 38,953 miles
  • 2018 – 36,317 miles
  • 2017 – 33,413 miles
  • 2016 – 31,064 miles
  • 2015 – 28,711 miles
  • 2014 – 26,198 miles
  • 2013 – 22,045 miles
  • 2012 – 18,491 miles
  • 2011 – 15,954 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,655 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

17 tests since 12 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass52,655 miles (+1,582)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    52,655 miles
    Test number
    392314429005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass51,073 miles (+1,978)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    51,073 miles
    Test number
    373183055333
    • 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))

  3. Pass49,095 miles (+2,041)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2025
    Odometer
    49,095 miles
    Test number
    450847583334
    • 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))

  4. Pass47,054 miles (+1,647)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2024
    Odometer
    47,054 miles
    Test number
    377074997966
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass45,407 miles (+2,330)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2023
    Odometer
    45,407 miles
    Test number
    288363224459
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass43,077 miles (+1,652)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2022
    Odometer
    43,077 miles
    Test number
    695670444924
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Pass41,425 miles (+2,472)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2021
    Odometer
    41,425 miles
    Test number
    689017129564
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass38,953 miles (+2,636)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    38,953 miles
    Test number
    101057768339
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5/3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass36,317 miles (+2,904)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    36,317 miles
    Test number
    215868234092
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Pass33,413 miles (+2,349)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    33,413 miles
    Test number
    808013493811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass31,064 miles (+2,353)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    31,064 miles
    Test number
    661097631959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass28,711 miles (+2,513)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2016
    Odometer
    28,711 miles
    Test number
    889573335113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass26,198 miles (+4,153)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    26,198 miles
    Test number
    459324834167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass22,045 miles (+65)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    22,045 miles
    Test number
    399010543110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail21,980 miles (+3,489)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,980 miles
    Test number
    668155433157
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass18,491 miles (+2,537)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    18,491 miles
    Test number
    219300932454
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass15,954 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    15,954 miles
    Test number
    728722531102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC08 YXM

Does LC08 YXM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC08 YXM is valid until 6 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC08 YXM?
The MOT on LC08 YXM is valid until 6 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC08 YXM done?
LC08 YXM was recorded at 52,655 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2026, an average of 2,472 miles a year.
Has LC08 YXM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC08 YXM has failed 1 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2013.
Has the mileage on LC08 YXM 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 LC08 YXM find?
LC08 YXM passed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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