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Mazda 3

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LR08 YNMMOT history

LR08 YNM is a blue petrol Mazda 3 first used on 17 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 21 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 159,856 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2025.

LR08 YNM blue Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda 3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Dec 2026
Mileage
159,856 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2025
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,767 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 YNM
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 21 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 YNM was last recorded at 159,856 miles on 5 Dec 2025, 15,858 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,998 miles · 17 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
15,858 miles
Average per year
8,767 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 159,856 miles
  • 2024 – 143,998 miles
  • 2023 – 129,133 miles
  • 2022 – 121,012 miles
  • 2021 – 111,115 miles
  • 2020 – 108,872 miles
  • 2019 – 105,388 miles
  • 2018 – 100,123 miles
  • 2017 – 88,568 miles
  • 2016 – 82,089 miles
  • 2015 – 75,689 miles
  • 2014 – 70,207 miles
  • 2013 – 53,670 miles
  • 2012 – 40,894 miles
  • 2011 – 28,496 miles
  • 2010 – 28,467 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,856 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • 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.

  • Under-body surface corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 10 Dec 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,856 miles (+15,858)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    159,856 miles
    Test number
    708171222028
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass143,998 miles (+14,865)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    143,998 miles
    Test number
    274874630089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass129,133 miles (+8,121)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    129,133 miles
    Test number
    263799104380
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass121,012 miles (+498)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    121,012 miles
    Test number
    699295075622
    • AdvisoryUnder-body surface corrosion

  5. Fail120,514 miles (+9,399)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,514 miles
    Test number
    882503110499
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder-body surface corrosion

  6. Pass111,115 miles (+26)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    111,115 miles
    Test number
    167320590115
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail111,089 miles (+2,217)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,089 miles
    Test number
    209069462918
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass108,872 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    108,872 miles
    Test number
    142214377225
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective ccprroded.. (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Fail108,872 miles (+3,484)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,872 miles
    Test number
    494340911883
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working intermittently . (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective ccprroded.. (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass105,388 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    105,388 miles
    Test number
    952073092081
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail105,388 miles (+5,265)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,388 miles
    Test number
    316159763212
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass100,123 miles (+11,555)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    100,123 miles
    Test number
    500875904859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass88,568 miles (+6,479)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    88,568 miles
    Test number
    623979684862
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flexi deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear subframe has corrosion

  14. Pass82,089 miles (+6,400)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    82,089 miles
    Test number
    345234405387
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs are corroded
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light not working
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs are corroded
    • AdvisoryRear subframe has corrosion

  15. Pass75,689 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    75,689 miles
    Test number
    738464557832
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flexi deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail75,689 miles (+5,482)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,689 miles
    Test number
    587662483395
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flexi deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass70,207 miles (+5,046)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    70,207 miles
    Test number
    668362054309
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCannot see inner rtear brake pad life

  18. Pass65,161 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    65,161 miles
    Test number
    815667164181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail65,161 miles (+11,491)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,161 miles
    Test number
    729827364161
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  20. Pass53,670 miles (+12,776)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    53,670 miles
    Test number
    196214333114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass40,894 miles (+12,398)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    40,894 miles
    Test number
    448752152192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,496 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    28,496 miles
    Test number
    137369451144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass28,467 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    28,467 miles
    Test number
    652084040339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 YNM

Does LR08 YNM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 YNM is valid until 21 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR08 YNM?
The MOT on LR08 YNM is valid until 21 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 YNM done?
LR08 YNM was recorded at 159,856 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2025, an average of 8,767 miles a year.
Has LR08 YNM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 YNM has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LR08 YNM 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 YNM find?
LR08 YNM passed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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