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Mazda 3

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LE57 FCGMOT history

LE57 FCG is a grey petrol Mazda 3 first used on 28 Feb 2008. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2026 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 60,685 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2025.

LE57 FCG grey Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda 3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Oct 2026
Mileage
60,685 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2025
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,292 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE57 FCG
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
28 Feb 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE57 FCG was last recorded at 60,685 miles on 31 Oct 2025, 376 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,309 miles · 24 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
376 miles
Average per year
3,292 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 60,685 miles
  • 2024 – 60,309 miles
  • 2023 – 59,922 miles
  • 2022 – 59,293 miles
  • 2021 – 58,733 miles
  • 2020 – 58,429 miles
  • 2019 – 57,272 miles
  • 2018 – 55,445 miles
  • 2017 – 51,411 miles
  • 2016 – 45,986 miles
  • 2015 – 36,278 miles
  • 2014 – 28,739 miles
  • 2013 – 19,145 miles
  • 2012 – 15,933 miles
  • 2011 – 12,219 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,685 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

20 tests since 9 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,685 miles (+376)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    60,685 miles
    Test number
    749077063841
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass60,309 miles (+387)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    60,309 miles
    Test number
    935235682133
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sills covered
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass59,922 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    59,922 miles
    Test number
    715103133369
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail59,922 miles (+629)1 major1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,922 miles
    Test number
    683825105578
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass59,293 miles (+560)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    59,293 miles
    Test number
    196666593814
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass58,733 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    58,733 miles
    Test number
    624041982626
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear of underside and inner sills rusted

  7. Fail58,733 miles (+304)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,733 miles
    Test number
    589970417211
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear of underside and inner sills rusted

  8. Pass58,429 miles (+1,157)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    58,429 miles
    Test number
    951218044305
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass57,272 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    57,272 miles
    Test number
    518189641513
    • AdvisoryFront number plate poor condition
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail57,270 miles (+1,825)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,270 miles
    Test number
    893589034894
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront number plate poor condition
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass55,445 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    55,445 miles
    Test number
    604936529749
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle rusting

  12. Fail55,445 miles (+4,034)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,445 miles
    Test number
    554303801083
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle rusting

  13. Pass51,411 miles (+5,425)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    51,411 miles
    Test number
    834569974443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass45,986 miles (+9,708)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    45,986 miles
    Test number
    109888100908
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush wishbone bushes both sides rubber cracking/spliting (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass36,278 miles (+7,539)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    36,278 miles
    Test number
    299116438827

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass28,739 miles (+9,594)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    28,739 miles
    Test number
    488853204358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass19,145 miles (+1,038)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    19,145 miles
    Test number
    125383403379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass18,107 miles (+2,174)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    18,107 miles
    Test number
    388734323050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass15,933 miles (+3,714)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    15,933 miles
    Test number
    659190732097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass12,219 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    12,219 miles
    Test number
    177860641059
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

Questions about LE57 FCG

Does LE57 FCG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE57 FCG is valid until 30 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LE57 FCG?
The MOT on LE57 FCG is valid until 30 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE57 FCG done?
LE57 FCG was recorded at 60,685 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2025, an average of 3,292 miles a year.
Has LE57 FCG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE57 FCG has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LE57 FCG 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 LE57 FCG find?
LE57 FCG passed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill; nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 5 more.

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