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Mazda 3

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LR08 CPXMOT history

LR08 CPX is a black petrol Mazda 3 first used on 7 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 21 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 79,106 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2026.

LR08 CPX black Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Sept 2027
Mileage
79,106 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,194 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 CPX
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 valid until 21 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 CPX was last recorded at 79,106 miles on 22 Sept 2026, 5,182 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,924 miles · 15 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5,182 miles
Average per year
3,194 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,106 miles
  • 2025 – 73,924 miles
  • 2024 – 69,446 miles
  • 2023 – 68,723 miles
  • 2022 – 67,546 miles
  • 2021 – 63,115 miles
  • 2020 – 61,691 miles
  • 2019 – 60,264 miles
  • 2018 – 58,709 miles
  • 2017 – 55,138 miles
  • 2016 – 53,247 miles
  • 2015 – 50,656 miles
  • 2014 – 48,140 miles
  • 2013 – 44,823 miles
  • 2012 – 42,226 miles
  • 2011 – 29,354 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,106 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Engine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

19 tests since 23 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,106 miles (+5,182)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    79,106 miles
    Test number
    562563935086
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass73,924 miles (+4,478)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    73,924 miles
    Test number
    580994879825
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass69,446 miles (+723)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    69,446 miles
    Test number
    518674056260
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  4. Pass68,723 miles (+1,177)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    68,723 miles
    Test number
    591907134324
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

  5. Pass67,546 miles (+4,431)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    67,546 miles
    Test number
    708322702292
    • AdvisoryEngine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

  6. Pass63,115 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    63,115 miles
    Test number
    935995079365
    • AdvisoryEngine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

  7. Fail63,115 miles (+1,424)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,115 miles
    Test number
    303374025267
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryEngine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

  8. Pass61,691 miles (+1,427)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    61,691 miles
    Test number
    529523990477
    • AdvisoryEngine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

  9. Pass60,264 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    60,264 miles
    Test number
    154537787331
    • AdvisoryEngine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

  10. Fail60,264 miles (+1,555)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,264 miles
    Test number
    678926744160
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

  11. Pass58,709 miles (+3,571)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    58,709 miles
    Test number
    152207779134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass55,138 miles (+1,891)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    55,138 miles
    Test number
    417867873171
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass53,247 miles (+2,591)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    53,247 miles
    Test number
    824554970781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass50,656 miles (+2,516)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    50,656 miles
    Test number
    218351865098
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass48,140 miles (+3,317)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    48,140 miles
    Test number
    517926254016
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass44,823 miles (+2,597)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    44,823 miles
    Test number
    666313163056
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass42,226 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    42,226 miles
    Test number
    375856362089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail42,226 miles (+12,872)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,226 miles
    Test number
    398915362040
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass29,354 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    29,354 miles
    Test number
    135774551491
    • 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)

Questions about LR08 CPX

Does LR08 CPX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 CPX is valid until 21 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 CPX?
The MOT on LR08 CPX is valid until 21 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 CPX done?
LR08 CPX was recorded at 79,106 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2026, an average of 3,194 miles a year.
Has LR08 CPX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 CPX has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on LR08 CPX 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 CPX find?
LR08 CPX passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2026 with 6 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 3 more.

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