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Mazda 3

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,598 cc

LM11 VMEMOT history

LM11 VME is a black petrol Mazda 3 first used on 10 Jun 2011. Its MOT is valid until 16 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 134,602 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2026.

LM11 VME black Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda 3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Sept 2027
Mileage
134,602 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,433 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM11 VME
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
10 Jun 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM11 VME was last recorded at 134,602 miles on 8 Sept 2026, 11,717 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,885 miles · 4 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
11,717 miles
Average per year
6,433 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,602 miles
  • 2025 – 122,885 miles
  • 2024 – 116,664 miles
  • 2023 – 111,433 miles
  • 2022 – 106,119 miles
  • 2021 – 100,721 miles
  • 2020 – 96,050 miles
  • 2019 – 91,190 miles
  • 2018 – 85,161 miles
  • 2017 – 77,770 miles
  • 2016 – 73,132 miles
  • 2015 – 67,068 miles
  • 2014 – 55,754 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,602 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated close to splitting (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner both sides visually look low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush on arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn and perished in tread (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner seal area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush on arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner seal area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Various chassis and suspension components corroded/deteriorated.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 6 Jun 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,602 miles (+11,717)3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    134,602 miles
    Test number
    458822179323
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated close to splitting (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner both sides visually look low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush on arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn and perished in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner seal area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush on arm (5.3.4 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner seal area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass122,885 miles3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    122,885 miles
    Test number
    437982730018
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily perished and worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both rears (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryVarious chassis and suspension components corroded

  3. Fail122,885 miles (+6,221)2 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,885 miles
    Test number
    371647289351
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily perished and worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both rears (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryVarious chassis and suspension components corroded

  4. Pass116,664 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    116,664 miles
    Test number
    548568727303
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVarious chassis and suspension components corroded/deteriorated.

  5. Fail116,664 miles (+5,231)1 dangerous4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,664 miles
    Test number
    940961458060
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn dangerously close to cords on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVarious chassis and suspension components corroded/deteriorated.

  6. Pass111,433 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    111,433 miles
    Test number
    943578957988
    • 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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished/cracked. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension and chassis components corroded/deteriorated.

  7. Fail111,433 miles (+5,314)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,433 miles
    Test number
    865568725415
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished/cracked. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension and chassis components corroded/deteriorated.

  8. Pass106,119 miles (+5,398)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    106,119 miles
    Test number
    388517699424
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components show light corrosion, advise to monitor.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread on 3mm and worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged Mirror stuck in position and cannot be moved, and view to rear affected.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear sill/chassis by trailing arm mounting. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear sill/chassis by trailing arm mounting. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge and cracking. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Discs lipped/corroded. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody of the vehicle including chassis, sills and suspension shows light corrosion, advise to monitor.

  9. Pass100,721 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    100,721 miles
    Test number
    880205033814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail100,720 miles (+4,670)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,720 miles
    Test number
    877319264269
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced nearside front (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass96,050 miles (+4,860)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    96,050 miles
    Test number
    643901001297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass91,190 miles (+6,029)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    91,190 miles
    Test number
    149104961416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass85,161 miles (+7,391)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    85,161 miles
    Test number
    530524631539
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn out of shape and perished 195-65-15
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to suspension components

  14. Pass77,770 miles (+4,638)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    77,770 miles
    Test number
    607932635443
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass73,132 miles (+6,064)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    73,132 miles
    Test number
    373080633492
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass67,068 miles (+11,314)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    67,068 miles
    Test number
    797521175163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass55,754 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    55,754 miles
    Test number
    658857354142
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LM11 VME

Does LM11 VME currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM11 VME is valid until 16 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM11 VME?
The MOT on LM11 VME is valid until 16 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM11 VME done?
LM11 VME was recorded at 134,602 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2026, an average of 6,433 miles a year.
Has LM11 VME ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM11 VME has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LM11 VME 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 LM11 VME find?
LM11 VME passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2026 with 3 minor defects and 11 advisories: nearside front lower anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated close to splitting; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 11 more.

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