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Mazda 3

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,560 cc

LM61 UESMOT history

LM61 UES is a black diesel Mazda 3 first used on 1 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 24 Nov 2026 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 131,514 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Nov 2025.

LM61 UES black Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda 3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Nov 2026
Mileage
131,514 mi
At MOT on 20 Nov 2025
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,889 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 UES
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
1 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 UES was last recorded at 131,514 miles on 20 Nov 2025, 11,263 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,251 miles · 21 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
11,263 miles
Average per year
7,889 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 131,514 miles
  • 2024 – 120,251 miles
  • 2023 – 109,682 miles
  • 2022 – 99,057 miles
  • 2021 – 97,459 miles
  • 2020 – 88,665 miles
  • 2019 – 87,002 miles
  • 2018 – 80,244 miles
  • 2017 – 71,293 miles
  • 2016 – 60,394 miles
  • 2015 – 52,590 miles
  • 2014 – 44,966 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,514 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

15 tests since 1 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,514 miles (+11,263)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    131,514 miles
    Test number
    810561802005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass120,251 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    120,251 miles
    Test number
    921450535653

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail120,251 miles (+10,569)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,251 miles
    Test number
    255488867371
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass109,682 miles (+10,625)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    109,682 miles
    Test number
    457912765949
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass99,057 miles (+1,598)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    99,057 miles
    Test number
    508189695386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass97,459 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    97,459 miles
    Test number
    639456129678
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail97,459 miles (+8,794)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,459 miles
    Test number
    629160356244
    • MajorReversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass88,665 miles (+1,663)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    88,665 miles
    Test number
    168185387322
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass87,002 miles (+6,758)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    87,002 miles
    Test number
    229133834580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass80,244 miles (+8,951)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    80,244 miles
    Test number
    796877440592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass71,293 miles (+10,899)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    71,293 miles
    Test number
    648552344199
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to engine and under side
    • AdvisoryFront Tyres worn to 2.9 mm

  12. Pass60,394 miles (+7,804)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    60,394 miles
    Test number
    351423773289
    • AdvisoryAll starting to crack and perish
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to underside and engine

  13. Pass52,590 miles (+7,624)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    52,590 miles
    Test number
    740696817653
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  14. Pass44,966 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    44,966 miles
    Test number
    916675534309
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail44,966 miles3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,966 miles
    Test number
    138775834309
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LM61 UES

Does LM61 UES currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 UES is valid until 24 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM61 UES?
The MOT on LM61 UES is valid until 24 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 UES done?
LM61 UES was recorded at 131,514 miles at its MOT on 20 Nov 2025, an average of 7,889 miles a year.
Has LM61 UES ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 UES has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LM61 UES 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 LM61 UES find?
LM61 UES passed its latest MOT on 20 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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