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Mazda 3

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LD06 VHTMOT history

LD06 VHT is a blue petrol Mazda 3 first used on 19 Apr 2006. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 138,913 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

LD06 VHT blue Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda 3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jan 2027
Mileage
138,913 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,218 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD06 VHT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
19 Apr 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD06 VHT was last recorded at 138,913 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 13,785 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,128 miles · 17 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
13,785 miles
Average per year
7,218 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,913 miles
  • 2025 – 125,128 miles
  • 2024 – 115,484 miles
  • 2023 – 110,500 miles
  • 2022 – 105,907 miles
  • 2020 – 96,993 miles
  • 2019 – 94,133 miles
  • 2018 – 83,857 miles
  • 2017 – 76,212 miles
  • 2016 – 67,849 miles
  • 2015 – 59,198 miles
  • 2014 – 51,465 miles
  • 2013 – 42,289 miles
  • 2012 – 35,914 miles
  • 2011 – 30,491 miles
  • 2010 – 24,731 miles
  • 2009 – 18,004 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,913 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside\floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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 Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Grease escaping.

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Fuel tank heat shield insecure.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 16 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,913 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    138,913 miles
    Test number
    522483838568
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside\floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail138,913 miles (+13,785)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,913 miles
    Test number
    281326226345
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside\floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass125,128 miles (+16)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    125,128 miles
    Test number
    642606317805
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Grease escaping. (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel tank heat shield insecure.

  4. Fail125,112 miles (+9,628)5 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,112 miles
    Test number
    367759655555
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction Illuminated. (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Grease escaping. (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel tank heat shield insecure.

  5. Pass115,484 miles (+7)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    115,484 miles
    Test number
    588538696367
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail115,477 miles (+4,977)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,477 miles
    Test number
    677385200202
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass110,500 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    110,500 miles
    Test number
    329072977046
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn shoulders ans worn close to wear bars
    • AdvisoryLower plastic sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle surface corrosion

  8. Fail110,500 miles (+4,593)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,500 miles
    Test number
    461587501689
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn shoulders ans worn close to wear bars
    • AdvisoryLower plastic sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle surface corrosion

  9. Pass105,907 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    105,907 miles
    Test number
    586342728395
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (c))

  10. Fail105,906 miles (+8,913)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,906 miles
    Test number
    128917673871
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (c))

  11. Pass96,993 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    96,993 miles
    Test number
    860983272377
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Front Tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear of the vehicle underside has slight corrosion

  12. Fail96,993 miles (+2,860)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,993 miles
    Test number
    237843016693
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Front Tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear of the vehicle underside has slight corrosion

  13. Pass94,133 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    94,133 miles
    Test number
    654029543563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail94,126 miles (+3,270)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,126 miles
    Test number
    133028104529
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  15. Pass90,856 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    90,856 miles
    Test number
    380205518321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail90,856 miles (+6,999)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,856 miles
    Test number
    891478660526
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  17. Pass83,857 miles (+7,645)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    83,857 miles
    Test number
    145222636858
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on inner edges/ Close to cords/ 195/65/15

  18. Pass76,212 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    76,212 miles
    Test number
    501204961615
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre 195/65/15
    • AdvisoryOil sump pan slightly corroded

  19. Fail76,212 miles (+8,363)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,212 miles
    Test number
    671244307051
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre 195/65/15
    • AdvisoryOil sump pan slightly corroded

  20. Pass67,849 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    67,849 miles
    Test number
    476456472054
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted not allowing inspection of adult belt

  21. Fail67,845 miles (+8,647)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,845 miles
    Test number
    689742855286
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/65/15 (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid wipers not checked (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted not allowing inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Console bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Console bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass59,198 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    59,198 miles
    Test number
    125113885488
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  23. Fail59,198 miles (+7,733)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,198 miles
    Test number
    729173385005
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  24. Pass51,465 miles (+9,176)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    51,465 miles
    Test number
    289649894036
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass42,289 miles (+6,375)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    42,289 miles
    Test number
    537476303181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass35,914 miles (+5,423)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    35,914 miles
    Test number
    879358502104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass30,491 miles (+5,760)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    30,491 miles
    Test number
    988481911144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass24,731 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    24,731 miles
    Test number
    314354600181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail24,729 miles (+6,725)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,729 miles
    Test number
    282544200131
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass18,004 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    18,004 miles
    Test number
    311116109120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD06 VHT

Does LD06 VHT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD06 VHT is valid until 16 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD06 VHT?
The MOT on LD06 VHT is valid until 16 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD06 VHT done?
LD06 VHT was recorded at 138,913 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 7,218 miles a year.
Has LD06 VHT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD06 VHT has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LD06 VHT 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 LD06 VHT find?
LD06 VHT passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security; offside front vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security, and 2 more.

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