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Mazda 3

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,560 cc

LC61 VHLMOT history

LC61 VHL is a black diesel Mazda 3 first used on 2 Feb 2012. Its MOT is valid until 2 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 135,886 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

LC61 VHL black Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda 3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Feb 2027
Mileage
135,886 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,363 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 VHL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
2 Feb 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 VHL was last recorded at 135,886 miles on 19 Jan 2026, 7,445 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,441 miles · 18 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7,445 miles
Average per year
8,363 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,886 miles
  • 2025 – 128,441 miles
  • 2024 – 122,021 miles
  • 2023 – 115,287 miles
  • 2022 – 108,208 miles
  • 2021 – 101,832 miles
  • 2020 – 96,768 miles
  • 2019 – 88,784 miles
  • 2018 – 81,609 miles
  • 2017 – 71,947 miles
  • 2016 – 57,688 miles
  • 2015 – 43,910 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,886 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened noth sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under the body
  • AdvisoryTested in wet condition

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.

  • Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

16 tests since 20 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,886 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    135,886 miles
    Test number
    982869234485
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened noth sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under the body
    • AdvisoryTested in wet condition

  2. Fail135,886 miles (+7,445)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,886 miles
    Test number
    346792091863
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened noth sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under the body
    • AdvisoryTested in wet condition

  3. Pass128,441 miles (+6,420)3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    128,441 miles
    Test number
    542983195439
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated nsf/osf (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt os/ns (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge osf/nsf (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security os/ns (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all front & rear - upper & lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass122,021 miles (+6,734)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    122,021 miles
    Test number
    829155679114
    • MinorFront Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  5. Pass115,287 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    115,287 miles
    Test number
    667605476029
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTested in wet condition general under body corroded

  6. Fail115,287 miles (+7,079)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,287 miles
    Test number
    312872908893
    • Repaired at testDriver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTested in wet condition general under body corroded

  7. Pass108,208 miles (+6,376)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    108,208 miles
    Test number
    324090235107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass101,832 miles (+5,064)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    101,832 miles
    Test number
    460681747403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass96,768 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    96,768 miles
    Test number
    339607415891
    • 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))

  10. Fail96,768 miles (+7,984)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,768 miles
    Test number
    434120413060
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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))

  11. Pass88,784 miles (+7,175)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    88,784 miles
    Test number
    120465139058
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass81,609 miles (+9,662)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    81,609 miles
    Test number
    179656205003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass71,947 miles (+14,259)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    71,947 miles
    Test number
    934942171679
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre both sidewalls damaged look like the tyre has been run flat

  14. Pass57,688 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    57,688 miles
    Test number
    228713682005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail57,674 miles (+13,764)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,674 miles
    Test number
    846024332893
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass43,910 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    43,910 miles
    Test number
    179550725049
    • NoteRear tyres wearing on inner edges

Questions about LC61 VHL

Does LC61 VHL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 VHL is valid until 2 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 VHL?
The MOT on LC61 VHL is valid until 2 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 VHL done?
LC61 VHL was recorded at 135,886 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2026, an average of 8,363 miles a year.
Has LC61 VHL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 VHL has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LC61 VHL 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 VHL find?
LC61 VHL passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with 8 advisories: brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides, and 5 more.

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