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Mazda 2

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 1,596 cc

LC61 VGVMOT history

LC61 VGV is a grey diesel Mazda 2 first used on 20 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 25 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 164,933 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2026.

LC61 VGV grey Mazda 2 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda 2, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Oct 2027
Mileage
164,933 mi
At MOT on 26 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
10,651 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 VGV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
2
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
20 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 VGV was last recorded at 164,933 miles on 26 Oct 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,932 miles · 19 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
10,651 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 164,933 miles
  • 2025 – 156,067 miles
  • 2024 – 132,032 miles
  • 2023 – 121,536 miles
  • 2022 – 117,031 miles
  • 2021 – 110,092 miles
  • 2020 – 102,861 miles
  • 2019 – 95,499 miles
  • 2018 – 87,431 miles
  • 2017 – 72,948 miles
  • 2016 – 60,693 miles
  • 2015 – 50,309 miles
  • 2014 – 37,877 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,933 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront subframe corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

  • Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 21 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,933 miles (+1)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    164,933 miles
    Test number
    584772347342
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail164,932 miles (+8,865)2 dangerous1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,932 miles
    Test number
    674298394031
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass156,067 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    156,067 miles
    Test number
    135787078965
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  4. Fail156,066 miles (+24,034)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,066 miles
    Test number
    344470254265
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  5. Pass132,032 miles (+10,496)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    132,032 miles
    Test number
    451124029987
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass121,536 miles (+67)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    121,536 miles
    Test number
    773499727362
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail121,469 miles (+4,438)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,469 miles
    Test number
    411303793164
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass117,031 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    117,031 miles
    Test number
    326402897780
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel both steering rack ends have slight play (2.3 (a) (i))

  9. Fail117,031 miles (+6,939)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,031 miles
    Test number
    836155051464
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel both steering rack ends have slight play (2.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass110,092 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    110,092 miles
    Test number
    708249020293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail110,092 miles (+7,231)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,092 miles
    Test number
    532753157239
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass102,861 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    102,861 miles
    Test number
    256002199172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Fail102,861 miles (+7,362)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,861 miles
    Test number
    146850863557
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Pass95,499 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    95,499 miles
    Test number
    215828384173
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Fail95,499 miles (+8,068)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,499 miles
    Test number
    502794091397
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass87,431 miles (+14,483)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    87,431 miles
    Test number
    134251761675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass72,948 miles (+12,255)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    72,948 miles
    Test number
    820195899007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass60,693 miles (+10,384)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    60,693 miles
    Test number
    196273077932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass50,309 miles (+12,432)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    50,309 miles
    Test number
    943855926430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass37,877 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    37,877 miles
    Test number
    459525524401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC61 VGV

Does LC61 VGV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 VGV is valid until 25 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 VGV?
The MOT on LC61 VGV is valid until 25 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 VGV done?
LC61 VGV was recorded at 164,933 miles at its MOT on 26 Oct 2026, an average of 10,651 miles a year.
Has LC61 VGV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 VGV has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LC61 VGV 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 VGV find?
LC61 VGV passed its latest MOT on 26 Oct 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective; headlamp lens slightly defective; front subframe corroded, and 1 more.

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