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Mazda 3

Red · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LL08 BVTMOT history

LL08 BVT is a red petrol Mazda 3 first used on 30 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 182,206 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

LL08 BVT red Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda 3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
182,206 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
10,454 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL08 BVT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL08 BVT was last recorded at 182,206 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,205 miles · 30 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
10,454 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 182,206 miles
  • 2025 – 173,665 miles
  • 2024 – 167,443 miles
  • 2023 – 156,895 miles
  • 2022 – 142,480 miles
  • 2021 – 129,419 miles
  • 2020 – 122,962 miles
  • 2019 – 109,007 miles
  • 2018 – 90,747 miles
  • 2017 – 74,061 miles
  • 2016 – 61,604 miles
  • 2015 – 51,664 miles
  • 2014 – 42,717 miles
  • 2013 – 36,705 miles
  • 2012 – 31,231 miles
  • 2011 – 25,732 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass182,206 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2026

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass182,206 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    182,206 miles
    Test number
    221419002476
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded

  2. Fail182,205 miles (+8,540)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,205 miles
    Test number
    406600187655
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected floor (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded

  3. Pass173,665 miles (+6,222)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    173,665 miles
    Test number
    594953396474
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass167,443 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    167,443 miles
    Test number
    487187350227
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail167,443 miles (+10,548)1 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,443 miles
    Test number
    917994123641
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass156,895 miles2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    156,895 miles
    Test number
    269754705780
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail156,895 miles (+14,415)1 repaired2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,895 miles
    Test number
    458627919445
    • 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))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass142,480 miles (+13,061)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    142,480 miles
    Test number
    378626777131
    • AdvisoryFront pads low discs lipped
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre deep cuts
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass129,419 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    129,419 miles
    Test number
    472026271320
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail129,419 miles (+6,457)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,419 miles
    Test number
    642582711305
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass122,962 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    122,962 miles
    Test number
    352143118633
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi weak

  12. Fail122,962 miles (+13,955)1 major6 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,962 miles
    Test number
    657724016404
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi weak

  13. Pass109,007 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    109,007 miles
    Test number
    728239032327
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  14. Fail109,007 miles (+18,260)3 repaired1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,007 miles
    Test number
    979524271888
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  15. Pass90,747 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    90,747 miles
    Test number
    543666194642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail90,747 miles (+16,686)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,747 miles
    Test number
    989734486479
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  17. Pass74,061 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    74,061 miles
    Test number
    758913046922
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail74,061 miles (+12,457)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,061 miles
    Test number
    392270476745
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass61,604 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    61,604 miles
    Test number
    364028857999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail61,604 miles (+9,940)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,604 miles
    Test number
    164335946083
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass51,664 miles (+8,947)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    51,664 miles
    Test number
    289521705498
    • NoteBoth rear tyre treads slightly stepped
    • NoteOffside front tyre tread skight wear on inside edge

  22. Pass42,717 miles (+6,012)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    42,717 miles
    Test number
    846174994026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass36,705 miles (+5,474)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    36,705 miles
    Test number
    386944193094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass31,231 miles (+5,499)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    31,231 miles
    Test number
    217104112434
    • NoteBoth front tyres close to legal limit
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing low

  25. Pass25,732 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    25,732 miles
    Test number
    858930211193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL08 BVT

Does LL08 BVT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL08 BVT is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL08 BVT?
The MOT on LL08 BVT is valid until 7 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL08 BVT done?
LL08 BVT was recorded at 182,206 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 10,454 miles a year.
Has LL08 BVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL08 BVT has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LL08 BVT 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 LL08 BVT find?
LL08 BVT passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge; vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 1 more.

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