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Mazda 3

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LR05 FXVMOT history

LR05 FXV is a silver petrol Mazda 3 first used on 17 Mar 2005. Its MOT expired on 3 Aug 2025 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 137,341 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2025.

LR05 FXV silver Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Aug 2025
Mileage
137,341 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2025
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,363 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 FXV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
17 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR05 FXV was last recorded at 137,341 miles on 31 Jul 2025, 75 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,266 miles · 30 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
75 miles
Average per year
6,363 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 137,341 miles
  • 2024 – 124,700 miles
  • 2023 – 117,960 miles
  • 2022 – 103,743 miles
  • 2021 – 95,100 miles
  • 2020 – 93,792 miles
  • 2019 – 89,495 miles
  • 2018 – 81,999 miles
  • 2017 – 76,324 miles
  • 2016 – 68,549 miles
  • 2015 – 63,902 miles
  • 2014 – 60,128 miles
  • 2013 – 56,244 miles
  • 2012 – 52,313 miles
  • 2011 – 46,423 miles
  • 2010 – 40,571 miles
  • 2009 – 33,800 miles
  • 2008 – 26,829 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail137,341 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Integral body structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced (6.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Integral body structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced (6.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Integral body structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced (6.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBoth front lower arm bushes perished/worn
  • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
  • AdvisoryO/s/r sill corroded
  • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded
  • AdvisoryRear suspension arms corroded

What MOT failures 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.

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 18 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail137,341 miles (+75)5 dangerous7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,341 miles
    Test number
    302343645905
    • DangerousNearside Front Integral body structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced (6.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Integral body structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced (6.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Integral body structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced (6.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower arm bushes perished/worn
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/r sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension arms corroded

  2. Fail137,266 miles (+12,566)2 dangerous9 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,266 miles
    Test number
    566258874690
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass124,700 miles (+6,740)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    124,700 miles
    Test number
    976632092190
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre 2mm tread
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryRear springs corroded

  4. Pass117,960 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    117,960 miles
    Test number
    487017397985
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp staying to go hazy.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Light assembly broken.
    • AdvisoryVarious points of surface corrosion underneath the vehicle.

  5. Fail117,960 miles (+14,217)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,960 miles
    Test number
    331725227675
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working Nearside & Offside. (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp staying to go hazy.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Light assembly broken.
    • AdvisoryVarious points of surface corrosion underneath the vehicle.

  6. Pass103,743 miles (+8,643)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    103,743 miles
    Test number
    869387045093
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear slight play nsr link

  7. Pass95,100 miles (+1,308)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    95,100 miles
    Test number
    869450834669
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal feels 'spongy' on first application
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Both wishbone rear bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp contains condensation to an extent that the beam image is almost adversely effected
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside, inner/outer sills and suspension components corroded

  8. Pass93,792 miles (+4,297)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    93,792 miles
    Test number
    325483338737

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass89,495 miles (+7,496)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    89,495 miles
    Test number
    621476509057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass81,999 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    81,999 miles
    Test number
    871422766234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail81,999 miles (+5,675)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,999 miles
    Test number
    238940902542
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength BOTH rear under wheel arch areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded and wheel arches

  12. Pass76,324 miles (+7,775)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    76,324 miles
    Test number
    272189996793
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches and sills corroded
    • AdvisoryOff side head lamp pattern poor

  13. Pass68,549 miles (+4,647)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    68,549 miles
    Test number
    452505062533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass63,902 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    63,902 miles
    Test number
    326827775010
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  15. Fail63,902 miles (+3,774)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,902 miles
    Test number
    445457375002
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  16. Pass60,128 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    60,128 miles
    Test number
    405668174045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail60,128 miles (+3,884)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,128 miles
    Test number
    699018274024
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  18. Pass56,244 miles (+3,931)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    56,244 miles
    Test number
    158634593495
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cut

  19. Pass52,313 miles (+5,890)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    52,313 miles
    Test number
    196052972061
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass46,423 miles (+5,852)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    46,423 miles
    Test number
    178054471403
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edges within the limit.

  21. Pass40,571 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    40,571 miles
    Test number
    432064770014
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Fail40,571 miles (+6,771)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,571 miles
    Test number
    571394470011
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass33,800 miles (+6,971)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    33,800 miles
    Test number
    881113289001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass26,829 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    26,829 miles
    Test number
    292668278091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 FXV

Does LR05 FXV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 FXV expired on 3 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 FXV?
The MOT on LR05 FXV expired on 3 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 FXV done?
LR05 FXV was recorded at 137,341 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2025, an average of 6,363 miles a year.
Has LR05 FXV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 FXV has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LR05 FXV 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 LR05 FXV find?
LR05 FXV failed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2025 with 5 dangerous defects, 7 major defects and 5 advisories: nearside front integral body structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced; nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; nearside rear integral body structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced, and 14 more.

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