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Mazda 3

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LR08 UAVMOT history

LR08 UAV is a blue petrol Mazda 3 first used on 17 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 166,561 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2026.

LR08 UAV blue Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jan 2027
Mileage
166,561 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,868 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 UAV
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
17 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 UAV was last recorded at 166,561 miles on 5 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,561 miles · 3 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,868 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,561 miles
  • 2025 – 157,364 miles
  • 2024 – 149,200 miles
  • 2022 – 141,359 miles
  • 2021 – 132,895 miles
  • 2020 – 115,483 miles
  • 2018 – 108,057 miles
  • 2017 – 96,202 miles
  • 2016 – 86,127 miles
  • 2015 – 75,181 miles
  • 2014 – 65,252 miles
  • 2013 – 54,568 miles
  • 2012 – 45,503 miles
  • 2011 – 35,186 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,561 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Rear body and suspension components corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass166,561 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    166,561 miles
    Test number
    376755029640
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear body and suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail166,561 miles (+9,197)6 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,561 miles
    Test number
    958469382594
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working Pump not working when operated (3.5 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Product on lens (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))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear body and suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass157,364 miles (+8,164)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    157,364 miles
    Test number
    365538279279
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll ball joint boots deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass149,200 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    149,200 miles
    Test number
    320265965910
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail149,200 miles (+7,841)1 dangerous1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,200 miles
    Test number
    308745670138
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass141,359 miles3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    141,359 miles
    Test number
    990387315539
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (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 Tyre worn on inside
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail141,359 miles (+8,464)2 major3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,359 miles
    Test number
    387593068667
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (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 Tyre worn on inside
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass132,895 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    132,895 miles
    Test number
    347253489146
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Fail132,895 miles (+9,257)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,895 miles
    Test number
    349451184131
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass123,638 miles2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    123,638 miles
    Test number
    587791161090
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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 inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (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 inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Fail123,638 miles (+8,155)2 dangerous3 major2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,638 miles
    Test number
    587500347157
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (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 inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass115,483 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    115,483 miles
    Test number
    943535311624
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail115,483 miles (+7,426)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,483 miles
    Test number
    236671438921
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass108,057 miles (+8,771)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    108,057 miles
    Test number
    536708120525
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass99,286 miles (+3,084)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    99,286 miles
    Test number
    483602879177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass96,202 miles (+10,075)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    96,202 miles
    Test number
    586801719777
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass86,127 miles (+10,946)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    86,127 miles
    Test number
    838877121966

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass75,181 miles (+9,929)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    75,181 miles
    Test number
    227211455029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass65,252 miles (+10,684)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    65,252 miles
    Test number
    489479164040
    • NoteNsr tyre tread stepped on inner edge

  20. Pass54,568 miles (+9,065)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    54,568 miles
    Test number
    626040363095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass45,503 miles (+10,317)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    45,503 miles
    Test number
    645867962003
    • NoteOsr tyre tread slightly stepped on inner edge

  22. Pass35,186 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    35,186 miles
    Test number
    669673271027
    • NoteOsf and nsf tyres slightly perished and worn on inner edges

Questions about LR08 UAV

Does LR08 UAV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 UAV is valid until 5 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 UAV?
The MOT on LR08 UAV is valid until 5 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 UAV done?
LR08 UAV was recorded at 166,561 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2026, an average of 8,868 miles a year.
Has LR08 UAV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 UAV has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 UAV 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 UAV find?
LR08 UAV passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 6 more.

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