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Mazda 3

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LD56 KSNMOT history

LD56 KSN is a silver petrol Mazda 3 first used on 20 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 175,734 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2026.

LD56 KSN silver Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda 3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
175,734 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,910 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD56 KSN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
20 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD56 KSN was last recorded at 175,734 miles on 31 Jul 2026, 6,205 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,529 miles · 12 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
6,205 miles
Average per year
8,910 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 175,734 miles
  • 2025 – 169,529 miles
  • 2024 – 160,185 miles
  • 2023 – 149,293 miles
  • 2022 – 146,578 miles
  • 2021 – 144,416 miles
  • 2020 – 135,633 miles
  • 2019 – 123,158 miles
  • 2018 – 108,588 miles
  • 2017 – 94,991 miles
  • 2016 – 80,444 miles
  • 2015 – 66,702 miles
  • 2014 – 61,570 miles
  • 2013 – 57,318 miles
  • 2012 – 48,389 miles
  • 2011 – 35,206 miles
  • 2010 – 29,630 miles
  • 2009 – 24,958 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,734 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 28 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,734 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    175,734 miles
    Test number
    446000129455
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail175,734 miles (+6,205)2 repaired13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,734 miles
    Test number
    937775919838
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass169,529 miles (+9,344)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    169,529 miles
    Test number
    631112323503
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass160,185 miles (+10,892)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    160,185 miles
    Test number
    783691618375
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Nearside Offside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass149,293 miles (+2,715)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    149,293 miles
    Test number
    410457687134
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output needs polishing (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output needs polishing (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  6. Pass146,578 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    146,578 miles
    Test number
    540306319140
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail146,578 miles (+2,162)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,578 miles
    Test number
    213442556028
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass144,416 miles (+8,783)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2022
    Odometer
    144,416 miles
    Test number
    527948404829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass135,633 miles (+12,475)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2021
    Odometer
    135,633 miles
    Test number
    776311331815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass123,158 miles (+14,570)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2020
    Odometer
    123,158 miles
    Test number
    805924026424
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass108,588 miles (+13,597)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2019
    Odometer
    108,588 miles
    Test number
    256150640089
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear rear pads wearing thin
    • AdvisoryRear exhuast bracket broken but not dangerous
    • AdvisoryUnderside has surface rust

  12. Pass94,991 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    94,991 miles
    Test number
    367553428746
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Fail94,991 miles (+14,547)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,991 miles
    Test number
    671086834188
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass80,444 miles (+13,742)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    80,444 miles
    Test number
    920925036769

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass66,702 miles (+5,132)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    66,702 miles
    Test number
    289707145489
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass61,570 miles (+4,252)3 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    61,570 miles
    Test number
    108927874002
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBodywork damage n/s
    • NoteFront wipers smearing
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing unevenly

  17. Pass57,318 miles (+8,929)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    57,318 miles
    Test number
    858371583046
    • NoteRear passenger tyre (nearside) old and starting to perish , good for now keep an eye on it as may go out of shape.

  18. Pass48,389 miles (+13,183)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    48,389 miles
    Test number
    665128982063
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass35,206 miles (+5,576)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    35,206 miles
    Test number
    929240091057
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteSmall lump in o/s rear tyre tread

  20. Pass29,630 miles (+4,672)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    29,630 miles
    Test number
    813340110157
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Fail24,958 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,958 miles
    Test number
    361440349400
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass24,958 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    24,958 miles
    Test number
    833140249222
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LD56 KSN

Does LD56 KSN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD56 KSN is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD56 KSN?
The MOT on LD56 KSN is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD56 KSN done?
LD56 KSN was recorded at 175,734 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2026, an average of 8,910 miles a year.
Has LD56 KSN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD56 KSN has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LD56 KSN 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 LD56 KSN find?
LD56 KSN passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2026 with 13 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 10 more.

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