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Mazda 3

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LD56 ZDLMOT history

LD56 ZDL is a grey petrol Mazda 3 first used on 31 Oct 2006. Its MOT expired on 25 Jul 2025 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 131,575 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jul 2024.

LD56 ZDL grey Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda 3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 25 Jul 2025
Mileage
131,575 mi
At MOT on 26 Jul 2024
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,295 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD56 ZDL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
26 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD56 ZDL was last recorded at 131,575 miles on 26 Jul 2024, 7,446 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,129 miles · 21 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
7,446 miles
Average per year
7,295 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 131,575 miles
  • 2022 – 122,816 miles
  • 2021 – 114,691 miles
  • 2020 – 113,964 miles
  • 2019 – 113,243 miles
  • 2018 – 110,676 miles
  • 2017 – 106,862 miles
  • 2016 – 96,392 miles
  • 2015 – 76,711 miles
  • 2014 – 65,594 miles
  • 2013 – 53,908 miles
  • 2012 – 46,281 miles
  • 2011 – 38,937 miles
  • 2010 – 29,715 miles
  • 2009 – 23,416 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,575 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Blur (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front & Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and Rear (0.1 (b))

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass131,575 miles (+7,446)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    131,575 miles
    Test number
    212377188250
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Blur (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front & Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and Rear (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass124,129 miles (+1,313)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    124,129 miles
    Test number
    468115388161
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass122,816 miles (+8,125)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    122,816 miles
    Test number
    792992427775
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass114,691 miles (+727)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    114,691 miles
    Test number
    756061863819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass113,964 miles (+721)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    113,964 miles
    Test number
    425066531002
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass113,243 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    113,243 miles
    Test number
    798213962807
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play very slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play very slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryEml light was on before test, not been on during test

  7. Fail113,243 miles (+2,567)3 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,243 miles
    Test number
    143355478033
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play very slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play very slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryEml light was on before test, not been on during test

  8. Pass110,676 miles (+35)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    110,676 miles
    Test number
    174444806154
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail110,641 miles (+3,779)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,641 miles
    Test number
    703546722938
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass106,862 miles (+10,470)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    106,862 miles
    Test number
    701793387089
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass96,392 miles (+19,681)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    96,392 miles
    Test number
    604396299428
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre small cut in tyre tread unable to see ply or cords

  12. Pass76,711 miles (+11,117)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    76,711 miles
    Test number
    777528035262
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on outer edge

  13. Pass65,594 miles (+11,686)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    65,594 miles
    Test number
    978176944209
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass53,908 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    53,908 miles
    Test number
    248390013202
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  15. Fail53,908 miles (+7,627)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,908 miles
    Test number
    968710013269
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass46,281 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    46,281 miles
    Test number
    568710912218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail46,280 miles (+7,343)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,280 miles
    Test number
    629028302237
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass38,937 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    38,937 miles
    Test number
    699305811237
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail38,937 miles (+9,222)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,937 miles
    Test number
    235073511221
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass29,715 miles (+6,299)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    29,715 miles
    Test number
    852358210279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,416 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    23,416 miles
    Test number
    104002879216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail23,416 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,416 miles
    Test number
    350281879454
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LD56 ZDL

Does LD56 ZDL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD56 ZDL expired on 25 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD56 ZDL?
The MOT on LD56 ZDL expired on 25 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD56 ZDL done?
LD56 ZDL was recorded at 131,575 miles at its MOT on 26 Jul 2024, an average of 7,295 miles a year.
Has LD56 ZDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD56 ZDL has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2019.
Has the mileage on LD56 ZDL 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 ZDL find?
LD56 ZDL passed its latest MOT on 26 Jul 2024 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective blur; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 5 more.

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