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Mazda 3

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LR08 EKLMOT history

LR08 EKL is a blue diesel Mazda 3 first used on 7 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 3 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 122,619 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Feb 2026.

LR08 EKL blue Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda 3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Mar 2027
Mileage
122,619 mi
At MOT on 21 Feb 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,873 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 EKL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
7 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 EKL was last recorded at 122,619 miles on 21 Feb 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,617 miles · 20 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,873 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,619 miles
  • 2025 – 116,186 miles
  • 2024 – 109,728 miles
  • 2023 – 104,206 miles
  • 2022 – 99,154 miles
  • 2021 – 93,524 miles
  • 2020 – 89,590 miles
  • 2019 – 83,655 miles
  • 2018 – 81,546 miles
  • 2017 – 76,189 miles
  • 2016 – 70,074 miles
  • 2015 – 61,046 miles
  • 2014 – 52,364 miles
  • 2013 – 44,847 miles
  • 2012 – 38,039 miles
  • 2011 – 34,634 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,619 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 28 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,619 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    122,619 miles
    Test number
    819061186972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail122,617 miles (+6,431)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,617 miles
    Test number
    706264460771
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass116,186 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    116,186 miles
    Test number
    250880787388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail116,186 miles (+6,458)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,186 miles
    Test number
    789655371085
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass109,728 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    109,728 miles
    Test number
    132966248663
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sills rusty
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components rusty

  6. Fail109,728 miles (+5,522)2 dangerous3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,728 miles
    Test number
    598775111453
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sills rusty
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components rusty

  7. Pass104,206 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    104,206 miles
    Test number
    413960468281
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty

  8. Fail104,206 miles (+5,052)1 dangerous6 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,206 miles
    Test number
    620795271245
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty

  9. Pass99,154 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    99,154 miles
    Test number
    451612753866
    • MinorOffside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail99,154 miles (+5,630)4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,154 miles
    Test number
    402284184014
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass93,524 miles (+3,934)3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    93,524 miles
    Test number
    631055606693
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront & rear floors slightly corroded

  12. Pass89,590 miles15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    89,590 miles
    Test number
    862606334484
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  13. Fail89,589 miles (+5,934)1 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,589 miles
    Test number
    562650227362
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  14. Pass83,655 miles (+2,109)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    83,655 miles
    Test number
    187069736278
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  15. Pass81,546 miles (+5,357)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    81,546 miles
    Test number
    907314096416
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to inner sills

  16. Pass76,189 miles (+6,115)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    76,189 miles
    Test number
    624066222785
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass70,074 miles (+9,028)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    70,074 miles
    Test number
    605342808615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass61,046 miles (+8,682)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    61,046 miles
    Test number
    589444715096
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass52,364 miles (+7,517)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    52,364 miles
    Test number
    817277004099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass44,847 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    44,847 miles
    Test number
    166524403434
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail44,847 miles (+6,808)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,847 miles
    Test number
    369363503053
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass38,039 miles (+3,405)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    38,039 miles
    Test number
    567187212094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass34,634 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    34,634 miles
    Test number
    757779951096
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll 4 tyres starting to crack

Questions about LR08 EKL

Does LR08 EKL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 EKL is valid until 3 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 EKL?
The MOT on LR08 EKL is valid until 3 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 EKL done?
LR08 EKL was recorded at 122,619 miles at its MOT on 21 Feb 2026, an average of 5,873 miles a year.
Has LR08 EKL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 EKL has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 EKL 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 EKL find?
LR08 EKL passed its latest MOT on 21 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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