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Mazda 3

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LR08 FNKMOT history

LR08 FNK is a blue petrol Mazda 3 first used on 15 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 4 Oct 2025 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 135,092 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2025.

LR08 FNK blue Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda 3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 4 Oct 2025
Mileage
135,092 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2025
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,371 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 FNK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
15 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR08 FNK was last recorded at 135,092 miles on 7 Oct 2025, 14,105 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,987 miles · 1 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
14,105 miles
Average per year
6,371 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 135,092 miles
  • 2024 – 120,987 miles
  • 2023 – 116,448 miles
  • 2022 – 114,734 miles
  • 2021 – 112,796 miles
  • 2020 – 110,753 miles
  • 2019 – 104,349 miles
  • 2018 – 98,619 miles
  • 2017 – 93,827 miles
  • 2016 – 89,565 miles
  • 2015 – 86,521 miles
  • 2014 – 80,806 miles
  • 2013 – 72,539 miles
  • 2012 – 59,164 miles
  • 2011 – 42,276 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail135,092 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
  • AdvisoryHeat shield loose
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced valance area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderneath vehicle corroded
  • AdvisoryExhaust 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.

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LEGAL LIMIT

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 14 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail135,092 miles (+14,105)6 major2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,092 miles
    Test number
    877295183846
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryHeat shield loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced valance area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderneath vehicle corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  2. Pass120,987 miles (+4,539)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    120,987 miles
    Test number
    198479408440
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious brake pipes greased.
    • AdvisoryFront and rear sub frames and suspension components corroded.

  3. Pass116,448 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    116,448 miles
    Test number
    903734104566
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySubframe and suspension components very rusty

  4. Fail116,447 miles (+1,713)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,447 miles
    Test number
    761146479814
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating Both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySubframe and suspension components very rusty

  5. Pass114,734 miles (+1,938)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    114,734 miles
    Test number
    154713979778
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySubframe undercarriage and suspension components very rusty

  6. Pass112,796 miles (+4)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    112,796 miles
    Test number
    174473782333
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LEGAL LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 ON LEGAL LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail112,792 miles (+2,039)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,792 miles
    Test number
    720826613704
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LEGAL LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 ON LEGAL LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass110,753 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    110,753 miles
    Test number
    422367055307
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive crank seal leaking slightly (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail110,753 miles (+6,404)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,753 miles
    Test number
    638051696923
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive crank seal leaking slightly (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass104,349 miles (+14)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    104,349 miles
    Test number
    522637811542
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisorySubframes and suspension components rusty
    • AdvisoryUnder carriage rusty

  11. Fail104,335 miles (+5,716)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,335 miles
    Test number
    960554065633
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisorySubframes and suspension components rusty
    • AdvisoryUnder carriage rusty

  12. Pass98,619 miles (+4,792)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    98,619 miles
    Test number
    879074535635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass93,827 miles (+4,262)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    93,827 miles
    Test number
    962297349418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass89,565 miles (+3,044)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    89,565 miles
    Test number
    758035549941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass86,521 miles (+5,715)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    86,521 miles
    Test number
    167123145086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass80,806 miles (+8,267)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    80,806 miles
    Test number
    658326064084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass72,539 miles (+13,375)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    72,539 miles
    Test number
    846264843108
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass59,164 miles (+16,888)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    59,164 miles
    Test number
    436373352158
    • 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)

  19. Pass42,276 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    42,276 miles
    Test number
    625023871013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 FNK

Does LR08 FNK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 FNK expired on 4 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 FNK?
The MOT on LR08 FNK expired on 4 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 FNK done?
LR08 FNK was recorded at 135,092 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2025, an average of 6,371 miles a year.
Has LR08 FNK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 FNK has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LR08 FNK 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 FNK find?
LR08 FNK failed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2025 with 6 major defects, 2 minor defects and 13 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn; nearside front position lamp not working, and 18 more.

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