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Mazda 3

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LR08 VSLMOT history

LR08 VSL is a silver petrol Mazda 3 first used on 17 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 30 May 2024 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 163,103 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 May 2023.

LR08 VSL silver Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 May 2024
Mileage
163,103 mi
At MOT on 31 May 2023
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,678 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 VSL
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 expired on 30 May 2024
Latest MOT test
31 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 VSL was last recorded at 163,103 miles on 31 May 2023, 7,405 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,698 miles · 16 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
7,405 miles
Average per year
9,678 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 163,103 miles
  • 2022 – 155,698 miles
  • 2021 – 152,507 miles
  • 2020 – 150,517 miles
  • 2019 – 141,014 miles
  • 2018 – 131,458 miles
  • 2017 – 121,837 miles
  • 2016 – 110,863 miles
  • 2015 – 99,981 miles
  • 2014 – 85,293 miles
  • 2013 – 71,749 miles
  • 2012 – 59,474 miles
  • 2011 – 44,790 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,103 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRear 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))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on 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 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisorySuspension component subframe rusty

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 Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

20 tests since 10 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,103 miles1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    163,103 miles
    Test number
    200704939837
    • MinorRear 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on 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 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component subframe rusty

  2. Fail163,103 miles (+7,405)2 repaired1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,103 miles
    Test number
    298909885000
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on 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 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component subframe rusty

  3. Pass155,698 miles (+3,191)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    155,698 miles
    Test number
    602795318124
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides headlamp lens (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides front arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded main fuel tank pipes
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass152,507 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    152,507 miles
    Test number
    800962117181
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank man pipes corroded

  5. Fail152,507 miles (+1,990)1 dangerous9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,507 miles
    Test number
    916443688016
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank man pipes corroded

  6. Pass150,517 miles (+143)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    150,517 miles
    Test number
    701545314224
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailling arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail150,374 miles (+9,360)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,374 miles
    Test number
    205092456140
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailling arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass141,014 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    141,014 miles
    Test number
    546900288174
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Fail141,014 miles (+9,556)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,014 miles
    Test number
    529669543870
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass131,458 miles (+9,621)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    131,458 miles
    Test number
    640339710258
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover
    • AdvisoryUndertray

  11. Pass121,837 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    121,837 miles
    Test number
    948962050717
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover
    • AdvisoryUndertray

  12. Fail121,837 miles (+10,974)5 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,837 miles
    Test number
    285752174623
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover
    • AdvisoryUndertray

  13. Pass110,863 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    110,863 miles
    Test number
    925211515025
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover
    • AdvisoryUnder tray

  14. Fail110,863 miles (+10,882)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,863 miles
    Test number
    639827656608
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover
    • AdvisoryUnder tray

  15. Pass99,981 miles (+14,688)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    99,981 miles
    Test number
    979302275019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass85,293 miles (+13,544)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    85,293 miles
    Test number
    118409174007
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside mirror cover missing
    • NoteRear exhaust brackets corroded
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass71,749 miles (+12,275)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    71,749 miles
    Test number
    199261373043
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass59,474 miles (+14,684)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    59,474 miles
    Test number
    725723372060
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass44,790 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    44,790 miles
    Test number
    419709961039
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  20. Fail44,790 miles1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,790 miles
    Test number
    688989361068
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Questions about LR08 VSL

Does LR08 VSL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 VSL expired on 30 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 VSL?
The MOT on LR08 VSL expired on 30 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 VSL done?
LR08 VSL was recorded at 163,103 miles at its MOT on 31 May 2023, an average of 9,678 miles a year.
Has LR08 VSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 VSL has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 31 May 2023.
Has the mileage on LR08 VSL 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 VSL find?
LR08 VSL passed its latest MOT on 31 May 2023 with 1 minor defect and 13 advisories: rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 11 more.

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