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Mazda 3

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 2,261 cc

LR08 HGYMOT history

LR08 HGY is a silver petrol Mazda 3 first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 6 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 112,193 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Mar 2026.

LR08 HGY silver Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda 3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Mar 2027
Mileage
112,193 mi
At MOT on 7 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,867 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 HGY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,261 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 HGY was last recorded at 112,193 miles on 7 Mar 2026, 5,318 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,875 miles · 17 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
5,318 miles
Average per year
5,867 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,193 miles
  • 2021 – 106,875 miles
  • 2020 – 97,177 miles
  • 2019 – 90,220 miles
  • 2018 – 85,032 miles
  • 2017 – 74,151 miles
  • 2016 – 66,391 miles
  • 2015 – 56,549 miles
  • 2014 – 46,660 miles
  • 2013 – 37,975 miles
  • 2012 – 32,537 miles
  • 2011 – 27,264 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,193 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • 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.

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 26 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,193 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    112,193 miles
    Test number
    897861787164
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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. Fail112,193 miles (+5,318)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,193 miles
    Test number
    332877079725
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))

  3. Pass106,875 miles (+9,698)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    106,875 miles
    Test number
    134998056223
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass97,177 miles (+6,957)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    97,177 miles
    Test number
    284271694380
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers and under tray fitted

  5. Pass90,220 miles (+5,188)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    90,220 miles
    Test number
    369587549347
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box weld fractured (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp washer inoperative
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass85,032 miles (+1)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    85,032 miles
    Test number
    629352038679
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail85,031 miles (+10,880)1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,031 miles
    Test number
    872407742328
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass74,151 miles (+49)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    74,151 miles
    Test number
    572150687395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail74,102 miles (+7,711)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,102 miles
    Test number
    691338485245
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass66,391 miles (+9,842)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    66,391 miles
    Test number
    507633302566
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass56,549 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    56,549 miles
    Test number
    828101545204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail56,543 miles (+9,883)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,543 miles
    Test number
    297832535237
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass46,660 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    46,660 miles
    Test number
    178283334234
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  14. Fail46,660 miles (+8,685)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,660 miles
    Test number
    368912734298
    • FailureOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre splitting on sidewall

  15. Pass37,975 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    37,975 miles
    Test number
    806632233218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail37,972 miles (+5,435)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,972 miles
    Test number
    347172633295
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass32,537 miles (+5,273)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    32,537 miles
    Test number
    145035632205
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  18. Pass27,264 miles (+2,779)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    27,264 miles
    Test number
    648374431268
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s/f fog light lense broken
    • NoteRear tyres worn on inner edges

  19. Fail24,485 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,485 miles
    Test number
    928455481095
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUneven wear to rear tyres

  20. Pass24,485 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    24,485 miles
    Test number
    977065681098
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUneven wear to rear tyres

Questions about LR08 HGY

Does LR08 HGY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 HGY is valid until 6 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 HGY?
The MOT on LR08 HGY is valid until 6 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 HGY done?
LR08 HGY was recorded at 112,193 miles at its MOT on 7 Mar 2026, an average of 5,867 miles a year.
Has LR08 HGY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 HGY has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 HGY 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 HGY find?
LR08 HGY passed its latest MOT on 7 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm; offside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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