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Mazda 3

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LR08 CPNMOT history

LR08 CPN is a black petrol Mazda 3 first used on 7 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 25 Aug 2026 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 85,012 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2025.

LR08 CPN black Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda 3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 25 Aug 2026
Mileage
85,012 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2025
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,053 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 CPN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
7 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 CPN was last recorded at 85,012 miles on 26 Aug 2025, 22 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,990 miles · 14 May 2025
Between the last two tests
22 miles
Average per year
4,053 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 85,012 miles
  • 2024 – 73,004 miles
  • 2023 – 67,966 miles
  • 2022 – 66,154 miles
  • 2021 – 63,674 miles
  • 2020 – 61,199 miles
  • 2019 – 56,099 miles
  • 2018 – 50,418 miles
  • 2017 – 46,387 miles
  • 2016 – 43,592 miles
  • 2015 – 40,903 miles
  • 2014 – 38,172 miles
  • 2013 – 34,304 miles
  • 2012 – 31,392 miles
  • 2011 – 26,174 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,012 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryCar has numerous points of surface corrosion to underside
  • AdvisoryRear suspension components are slightly corroded

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 Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 18 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,012 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    85,012 miles
    Test number
    794675307084
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCar has numerous points of surface corrosion to underside
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components are slightly corroded

  2. Fail85,012 miles (+22)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,012 miles
    Test number
    754317426304
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCar has numerous points of surface corrosion to underside
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components are slightly corroded

  3. Fail84,990 miles (+11,986)9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,990 miles
    Test number
    653602594282
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor pan/inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor pan/inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass73,004 miles (+13)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2025
    Odometer
    73,004 miles
    Test number
    280570424378
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Fail72,991 miles (+5,025)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,991 miles
    Test number
    107303145718
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  6. Pass67,966 miles (+1,812)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2024
    Odometer
    67,966 miles
    Test number
    895735824962
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front and Rear Marked (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front and Rear Nearside and Offside Inner Sills Marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front and Rear Nearside and Offside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Front and Rear Nearside and Offside Marked (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  7. Pass66,154 miles (+2,480)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2023
    Odometer
    66,154 miles
    Test number
    814407129664
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  8. Pass63,674 miles (+2,475)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2022
    Odometer
    63,674 miles
    Test number
    617615360225
    • AdvisoryCorrosion all over underbody
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass61,199 miles (+5,100)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2021
    Odometer
    61,199 miles
    Test number
    738236916218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass56,099 miles (+5,681)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    56,099 miles
    Test number
    237429955262
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass50,418 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    50,418 miles
    Test number
    637135386075
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt o/s and n/s rear
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both,inner edges (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail50,418 miles (+4,031)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,418 miles
    Test number
    371593664394
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt o/s and n/s rear
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both,inner edges (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass46,387 miles (+2,795)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    46,387 miles
    Test number
    528579219282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass43,592 miles (+2,689)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    43,592 miles
    Test number
    435339327614
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass40,903 miles (+2,731)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    40,903 miles
    Test number
    306260295034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass38,172 miles (+3,868)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    38,172 miles
    Test number
    738618094000
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass34,304 miles (+2,912)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    34,304 miles
    Test number
    906658003117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass31,392 miles (+5,218)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    31,392 miles
    Test number
    495843692057
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass26,174 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    26,174 miles
    Test number
    907059741019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 CPN

Does LR08 CPN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 CPN expired on 25 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 CPN?
The MOT on LR08 CPN expired on 25 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 CPN done?
LR08 CPN was recorded at 85,012 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2025, an average of 4,053 miles a year.
Has LR08 CPN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 CPN has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LR08 CPN 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 LR08 CPN find?
LR08 CPN passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2025 with 5 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; offside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 2 more.

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