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Mazda 3

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LD08 VCGMOT history

LD08 VCG is a grey petrol Mazda 3 first used on 29 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 4 Apr 2025 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 99,296 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Apr 2024.

LD08 VCG grey Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda 3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 4 Apr 2025
Mileage
99,296 mi
At MOT on 3 Apr 2024
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,292 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 VCG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 VCG was last recorded at 99,296 miles on 3 Apr 2024, 7,367 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,929 miles · 5 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
7,367 miles
Average per year
6,292 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 99,296 miles
  • 2023 – 91,929 miles
  • 2022 – 83,999 miles
  • 2021 – 75,198 miles
  • 2020 – 66,520 miles
  • 2019 – 62,989 miles
  • 2018 – 57,624 miles
  • 2017 – 53,720 miles
  • 2016 – 46,751 miles
  • 2015 – 41,480 miles
  • 2014 – 33,456 miles
  • 2013 – 26,202 miles
  • 2012 – 20,918 miles
  • 2011 – 17,404 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,296 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 29 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,296 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    99,296 miles
    Test number
    563794963897
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail99,295 miles (+7,366)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,295 miles
    Test number
    129799411388
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps nearside and offside (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass91,929 miles (+7,930)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    91,929 miles
    Test number
    372381182340
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. Pass83,999 miles (+8,801)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    83,999 miles
    Test number
    299925157609
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure

  5. Pass75,198 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    75,198 miles
    Test number
    467011386549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail75,198 miles (+8,678)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,198 miles
    Test number
    296659449640
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass66,520 miles (+3,531)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    66,520 miles
    Test number
    277609388055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass62,989 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    62,989 miles
    Test number
    915556080089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail62,989 miles (+5,365)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,989 miles
    Test number
    564889306395
    • MajorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass57,624 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    57,624 miles
    Test number
    409880203341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail57,624 miles (+3,904)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,624 miles
    Test number
    909291859956
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  12. Pass53,720 miles (+6,969)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    53,720 miles
    Test number
    142869590327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass46,751 miles (+5,271)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    46,751 miles
    Test number
    727240857518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass41,480 miles (+8,024)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    41,480 miles
    Test number
    126571675046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass33,456 miles (+7,254)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    33,456 miles
    Test number
    689199074003
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass26,202 miles (+5,284)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    26,202 miles
    Test number
    629105863035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass20,918 miles (+3,514)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    20,918 miles
    Test number
    828621182086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass17,404 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    17,404 miles
    Test number
    496378681095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 VCG

Does LD08 VCG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD08 VCG expired on 4 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD08 VCG?
The MOT on LD08 VCG expired on 4 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD08 VCG done?
LD08 VCG was recorded at 99,296 miles at its MOT on 3 Apr 2024, an average of 6,292 miles a year.
Has LD08 VCG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 VCG has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LD08 VCG 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 LD08 VCG find?
LD08 VCG passed its latest MOT on 3 Apr 2024 with 2 advisories: nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill.

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