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Mazda 3

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LR08 OJZMOT history

LR08 OJZ is a silver petrol Mazda 3 first used on 17 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 22 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 117,645 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Dec 2025.

LR08 OJZ silver Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Dec 2026
Mileage
117,645 mi
At MOT on 23 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,067 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 OJZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
17 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 OJZ was last recorded at 117,645 miles on 23 Dec 2025, 109 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,536 miles · 16 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
109 miles
Average per year
6,067 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 117,645 miles
  • 2024 – 98,116 miles
  • 2023 – 92,025 miles
  • 2022 – 87,825 miles
  • 2021 – 84,561 miles
  • 2020 – 82,726 miles
  • 2019 – 78,367 miles
  • 2018 – 74,264 miles
  • 2017 – 70,302 miles
  • 2016 – 66,034 miles
  • 2015 – 62,072 miles
  • 2014 – 56,215 miles
  • 2013 – 43,749 miles
  • 2012 – 38,409 miles
  • 2011 – 27,538 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,645 miles
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive PAS at rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing Arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 15 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,645 miles (+109)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    117,645 miles
    Test number
    330330812571
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive PAS at rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail117,536 miles (+704)6 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,536 miles
    Test number
    247592132203
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive PAS at rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail116,832 miles (+18,716)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,832 miles
    Test number
    789495184739
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass98,116 miles (+1,740)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    98,116 miles
    Test number
    446539231984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass96,376 miles (+4,351)3 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    96,376 miles
    Test number
    596395453687
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass92,025 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    92,025 miles
    Test number
    208990780287
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (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))

  7. Fail92,025 miles (+4,200)1 repaired2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,025 miles
    Test number
    811155963979
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (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))

  8. Pass87,825 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    87,825 miles
    Test number
    194758226738
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (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 Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Fail87,823 miles (+3,262)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,823 miles
    Test number
    656860912449
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (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 Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass84,561 miles (+1,835)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    84,561 miles
    Test number
    381180634077
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive of the engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth side inner sill area corroded

  11. Pass82,726 miles (+4,359)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    82,726 miles
    Test number
    712779354434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass78,367 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    78,367 miles
    Test number
    139400485185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail78,366 miles (+4,102)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,366 miles
    Test number
    816456936792
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass74,264 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    74,264 miles
    Test number
    808497836085
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre cracking
    • AdvisorySills rusty

  15. Fail74,264 miles (+3,962)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,264 miles
    Test number
    941635966168
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre cracking
    • AdvisorySills rusty

  16. Pass70,302 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    70,302 miles
    Test number
    754141726320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail70,302 miles (+4,268)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,302 miles
    Test number
    860771220766
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass66,034 miles (+3,962)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    66,034 miles
    Test number
    651971687217
    • AdvisoryOSF TYRE VERY MUCH ON LIMIT 2055516

  19. Pass62,072 miles (+5,857)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    62,072 miles
    Test number
    729531055096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear lamp unit damaged internally

  20. Pass56,215 miles (+12,466)4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    56,215 miles
    Test number
    857949244031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCorrision exhaust hangers
    • NoteTested wet conditions

  21. Fail43,749 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,749 miles
    Test number
    155329643453
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

  22. Pass43,749 miles (+5,340)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    43,749 miles
    Test number
    207239143047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass38,409 miles (+10,871)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    38,409 miles
    Test number
    876953352002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass27,538 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    27,538 miles
    Test number
    618046041020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 OJZ

Does LR08 OJZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 OJZ is valid until 22 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR08 OJZ?
The MOT on LR08 OJZ is valid until 22 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 OJZ done?
LR08 OJZ was recorded at 117,645 miles at its MOT on 23 Dec 2025, an average of 6,067 miles a year.
Has LR08 OJZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 OJZ has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LR08 OJZ 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 OJZ find?
LR08 OJZ passed its latest MOT on 23 Dec 2025 with 10 advisories: headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides; hydraulic leak, but not excessive pas at rack; nearside front seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor, and 7 more.

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