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Mazda 3

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LC61 VGRMOT history

LC61 VGR is a black petrol Mazda 3 first used on 23 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 11 Feb 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 61,083 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2026.

LC61 VGR black Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Feb 2027
Mileage
61,083 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,312 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 VGR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
23 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 VGR was last recorded at 61,083 miles on 12 Feb 2026, 132 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,951 miles · 30 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
132 miles
Average per year
4,312 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 61,083 miles
  • 2025 – 54,147 miles
  • 2024 – 48,119 miles
  • 2023 – 45,907 miles
  • 2022 – 42,724 miles
  • 2021 – 39,719 miles
  • 2020 – 36,793 miles
  • 2019 – 32,627 miles
  • 2018 – 27,451 miles
  • 2017 – 21,876 miles
  • 2016 – 17,031 miles
  • 2015 – 14,030 miles
  • 2014 – 12,636 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,083 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 18 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,083 miles (+132)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    61,083 miles
    Test number
    749042576204
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail60,951 miles (+6,804)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,951 miles
    Test number
    425594474099
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass54,147 miles (+6,028)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    54,147 miles
    Test number
    949608643173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass48,119 miles (+2,212)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    48,119 miles
    Test number
    170144755554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass45,907 miles (+3,183)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    45,907 miles
    Test number
    243155592729
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear boot outer lens water condensation
  6. Pass42,724 miles (+3,005)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    42,724 miles
    Test number
    331638617284
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Pass39,719 miles (+2,926)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    39,719 miles
    Test number
    623964421322
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing low on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing low on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass36,793 miles (+4,166)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    36,793 miles
    Test number
    559927171150
    • 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 Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass32,627 miles (+5,176)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    32,627 miles
    Test number
    244256768897
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  10. Pass27,451 miles (+5,575)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    27,451 miles
    Test number
    656213995798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass21,876 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    21,876 miles
    Test number
    912542764170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail21,876 miles (+4,845)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,876 miles
    Test number
    748999531638
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
  13. Pass17,031 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    17,031 miles
    Test number
    543260689195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail17,031 miles (+3,001)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,031 miles
    Test number
    416649149691
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
  15. Pass14,030 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    14,030 miles
    Test number
    841335958541
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  16. Fail14,030 miles (+1,394)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,030 miles
    Test number
    578008765066
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  17. Pass12,636 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    12,636 miles
    Test number
    837672524390
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about LC61 VGR

Does LC61 VGR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 VGR is valid until 11 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 VGR?
The MOT on LC61 VGR is valid until 11 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 VGR done?
LC61 VGR was recorded at 61,083 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2026, an average of 4,312 miles a year.
Has LC61 VGR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 VGR has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LC61 VGR 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 LC61 VGR find?
LC61 VGR passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play.

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