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Mazda 3

Blue · Petrol · 2010 · 1,598 cc

LM10 BWHMOT history

LM10 BWH is a blue petrol Mazda 3 first used on 23 Apr 2010. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 130,900 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2026.

LM10 BWH blue Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda 3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Mar 2027
Mileage
130,900 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2026
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,248 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM10 BWH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
23 Apr 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM10 BWH was last recorded at 130,900 miles on 13 Feb 2026, 4,411 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,489 miles · 6 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,411 miles
Average per year
8,248 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,900 miles
  • 2025 – 126,489 miles
  • 2024 – 122,381 miles
  • 2023 – 117,877 miles
  • 2022 – 110,402 miles
  • 2021 – 103,001 miles
  • 2020 – 93,647 miles
  • 2019 – 80,831 miles
  • 2018 – 71,319 miles
  • 2017 – 63,217 miles
  • 2016 – 52,968 miles
  • 2015 – 42,777 miles
  • 2014 – 33,714 miles
  • 2013 – 24,635 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,900 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Engine sump pan corroded, strongly advise replacement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine sump pan

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 27 Mar 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,900 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    130,900 miles
    Test number
    162768536792
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail130,900 miles (+4,411)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,900 miles
    Test number
    214663991368
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe broken behind centre silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass126,489 miles (+5)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    126,489 miles
    Test number
    740685916011
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine sump pan corroded, strongly advise replacement
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine sump pan (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail126,484 miles (+4,103)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,484 miles
    Test number
    710205545243
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine sump pan corroded, strongly advise replacement
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine sump pan (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass122,381 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    122,381 miles
    Test number
    758661831731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail122,381 miles (+4,504)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,381 miles
    Test number
    860954299987
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass117,877 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    117,877 miles
    Test number
    668793775815
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder side corroded

  8. Fail117,876 miles (+7,474)4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,876 miles
    Test number
    502966176400
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder side corroded

  9. Pass110,402 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    110,402 miles
    Test number
    431637841850
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear heavily corroded

  10. Fail110,393 miles (+7,392)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,393 miles
    Test number
    409163820412
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Direction indicator not working side raptors (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear heavily corroded

  11. Pass103,001 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    103,001 miles
    Test number
    240310856182
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (Both) (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Fail103,000 miles (+9,353)1 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,000 miles
    Test number
    236982275510
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (Both) (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass93,647 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    93,647 miles
    Test number
    264382251162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail93,647 miles (+12,816)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,647 miles
    Test number
    721999581672
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55-16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on Limit (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass80,831 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    80,831 miles
    Test number
    336691343381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail80,831 miles (+9,512)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,831 miles
    Test number
    403390067338
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  17. Pass71,319 miles (+8,102)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    71,319 miles
    Test number
    916241017045
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers, undertrays and sill covers fitted to vehicle
    • AdvisoryOsf tyre worn on outer edge - sidewall damage... 2055516

  18. Pass63,217 miles (+29)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    63,217 miles
    Test number
    697639083777
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are split
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs corrded/scored (3.5.1i)

  19. Fail63,188 miles (+10,220)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,188 miles
    Test number
    760578751013
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wipers split (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are split
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs corrded/scored (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass52,968 miles (+10,191)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    52,968 miles
    Test number
    385712179704
    • AdvisoryOsr tyre cracking between treads and sidewall
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads low
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  21. Pass42,777 miles (+9,063)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    42,777 miles
    Test number
    745198365073
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inside edge and close to limit, advise new to be fitted
    • NoteOsr tyre cracking on outer sidewall

  22. Pass33,714 miles (+9,079)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    33,714 miles
    Test number
    576688474012
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNsr tyre cracked between tread

  23. Fail24,635 miles1 repaired1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,635 miles
    Test number
    255856283073
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing on inner and outer edges
    • NoteN/s/r tyre slight perrishing

  24. Pass24,635 miles1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    24,635 miles
    Test number
    877766783074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing on inner and outer edges
    • NoteN/s/r tyre slight perrishing

Questions about LM10 BWH

Does LM10 BWH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM10 BWH is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM10 BWH?
The MOT on LM10 BWH is valid until 5 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM10 BWH done?
LM10 BWH was recorded at 130,900 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2026, an average of 8,248 miles a year.
Has LM10 BWH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM10 BWH has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LM10 BWH 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 LM10 BWH find?
LM10 BWH passed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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