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Mazda 3

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LR08 FNLMOT history

LR08 FNL is a blue petrol Mazda 3 first used on 5 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 8 Jun 2026 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 79,642 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jun 2025.

LR08 FNL blue Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda 3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 8 Jun 2026
Mileage
79,642 mi
At MOT on 9 Jun 2025
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,917 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 FNL
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
5 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 FNL was last recorded at 79,642 miles on 9 Jun 2025, 7,347 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
72,295 miles · 22 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
7,347 miles
Average per year
4,917 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 79,642 miles
  • 2023 – 72,295 miles
  • 2022 – 67,602 miles
  • 2021 – 59,633 miles
  • 2020 – 54,634 miles
  • 2019 – 47,631 miles
  • 2018 – 36,319 miles
  • 2017 – 29,924 miles
  • 2016 – 24,990 miles
  • 2015 – 20,096 miles
  • 2013 – 16,159 miles
  • 2012 – 11,502 miles
  • 2011 – 11,278 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,642 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both lenses slightly opaque (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear reflector insecure (4.8.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

18 tests since 5 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,642 miles3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    79,642 miles
    Test number
    181920153181
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both lenses slightly opaque (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector insecure (4.8.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail79,642 miles (+7,347)1 repaired3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,642 miles
    Test number
    581115036525
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both lenses slightly opaque (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector insecure (4.8.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass72,295 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    72,295 miles
    Test number
    531364857835
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  4. Fail72,295 miles (+4,693)1 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,295 miles
    Test number
    711768097695
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass67,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    67,602 miles
    Test number
    138951806135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail67,602 miles (+7,969)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,602 miles
    Test number
    402848140892
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass59,633 miles (+4,999)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    59,633 miles
    Test number
    315112802126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass54,634 miles (+7,003)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    54,634 miles
    Test number
    799702933762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass47,631 miles (+11,312)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    47,631 miles
    Test number
    617781786562
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass36,319 miles (+6,395)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    36,319 miles
    Test number
    599806055780
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass29,924 miles (+4,934)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    29,924 miles
    Test number
    198231911609
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  12. Pass24,990 miles (+1,898)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    24,990 miles
    Test number
    737189599848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass23,092 miles (+2,996)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    23,092 miles
    Test number
    554671396501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass20,096 miles (+3,937)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    20,096 miles
    Test number
    576890775039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass16,159 miles (+4,657)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    16,159 miles
    Test number
    658956523320
    • NoteAll four tyres cracking around treads. 195/65/15
  16. Pass11,502 miles (+224)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    11,502 miles
    Test number
    865322682255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass11,278 miles (+2,144)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    11,278 miles
    Test number
    206755961360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass9,134 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    9,134 miles
    Test number
    419206031084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 FNL

Does LR08 FNL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 FNL expired on 8 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 FNL?
The MOT on LR08 FNL expired on 8 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 FNL done?
LR08 FNL was recorded at 79,642 miles at its MOT on 9 Jun 2025, an average of 4,917 miles a year.
Has LR08 FNL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 FNL has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LR08 FNL 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 FNL find?
LR08 FNL passed its latest MOT on 9 Jun 2025 with 3 minor defects and 2 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both lenses slightly opaque; nearside rear reflector insecure; registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 2 more.

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