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Mazda 6

Silver · Diesel · 2016 · 2,191 cc

LM16 CAVMOT history

LM16 CAV is a silver diesel Mazda 6 first used on 14 Apr 2016. Its MOT is valid until 18 Aug 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 168,211 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2026.

LM16 CAV silver Mazda 6 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda 6, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Aug 2027
Mileage
168,211 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
13,162 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM16 CAV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
6
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,191 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
14 Apr 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM16 CAV was last recorded at 168,211 miles on 19 Aug 2026, 296 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,915 miles · 17 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
296 miles
Average per year
13,162 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,211 miles
  • 2025 – 160,195 miles
  • 2024 – 143,904 miles
  • 2023 – 130,925 miles
  • 2022 – 113,351 miles
  • 2021 – 100,940 miles
  • 2020 – 95,181 miles
  • 2019 – 70,915 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,211 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor6 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Under trays and engine covers fitted preventing inspection of some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

12 tests since 29 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,211 miles4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    168,211 miles
    Test number
    844942583144
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail168,204 miles (+289)1 dangerous2 major4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,204 miles
    Test number
    814270856193
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Fail167,915 miles (+7,720)3 major3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,915 miles
    Test number
    843094700762
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer 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))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened
  4. Pass160,195 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    160,195 miles
    Test number
    654674267506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail160,172 miles (+16,268)3 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,172 miles
    Test number
    930281031513
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass143,904 miles (+12,979)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    143,904 miles
    Test number
    265851941740
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  7. Pass130,925 miles (+26)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    130,925 miles
    Test number
    595184046499
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted preventing inspection of some components
  8. Fail130,899 miles (+17,548)2 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,899 miles
    Test number
    631480498739
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted preventing inspection of some components
  9. Pass113,351 miles (+12,411)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    113,351 miles
    Test number
    819680157201
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  10. Pass100,940 miles (+5,759)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    100,940 miles
    Test number
    634816846105
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  11. Pass95,181 miles (+24,266)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    95,181 miles
    Test number
    520931581147
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  12. Pass70,915 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    70,915 miles
    Test number
    552706178340
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Questions about LM16 CAV

Does LM16 CAV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM16 CAV is valid until 18 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM16 CAV?
The MOT on LM16 CAV is valid until 18 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM16 CAV done?
LM16 CAV was recorded at 168,211 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2026, an average of 13,162 miles a year.
Has LM16 CAV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM16 CAV has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LM16 CAV 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 LM16 CAV find?
LM16 CAV passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2026 with 4 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front outer track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front outer track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 2 more.

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