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Mazda 3

Grey · Petrol · 2009 · 1,598 cc

LR09 SOCMOT history

LR09 SOC is a grey petrol Mazda 3 first used on 31 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 15 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 119,552 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2026.

LR09 SOC grey Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Feb 2027
Mileage
119,552 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,859 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR09 SOC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
31 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR09 SOC was last recorded at 119,552 miles on 16 Feb 2026, 9,116 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,436 miles · 14 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
9,116 miles
Average per year
7,859 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,552 miles
  • 2025 – 110,436 miles
  • 2024 – 104,038 miles
  • 2023 – 96,634 miles
  • 2022 – 86,983 miles
  • 2021 – 80,531 miles
  • 2020 – 78,244 miles
  • 2019 – 72,925 miles
  • 2018 – 64,379 miles
  • 2017 – 53,042 miles
  • 2016 – 43,739 miles
  • 2015 – 37,379 miles
  • 2014 – 25,717 miles
  • 2013 – 17,962 miles
  • 2012 – 10,421 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,552 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 29 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,552 miles (+9,116)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    119,552 miles
    Test number
    850419029864
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  2. Pass110,436 miles (+6,398)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    110,436 miles
    Test number
    968424392072
    • 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 Suspension arm 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 arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass104,038 miles (+7,404)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    104,038 miles
    Test number
    880307850100
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both sides inner sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass96,634 miles (+9,651)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    96,634 miles
    Test number
    384973963936
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both sides inner sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass86,983 miles (+6,452)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    86,983 miles
    Test number
    471032165241
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL DISC'S. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON INNER EDGES. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear REAR UNDERBODY CORRODED.
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL REAR UPPER AND LOWER ARMS, ALSO ALL BUSHES HEAVILY PERISHED. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH REAR TRAILING ARM BUSHES SPLITTING. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH REARS AND STEPPING ON INNER EDGES. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass80,531 miles (+181)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    80,531 miles
    Test number
    327585508610
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail80,350 miles (+2,106)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,350 miles
    Test number
    702177672131
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective water in head light (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective rusty (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil over filled

  8. Pass78,244 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    78,244 miles
    Test number
    363455429201
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arm front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail78,243 miles (+5,318)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,243 miles
    Test number
    785318549343
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bushes on both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arm front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass72,925 miles (+8,546)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    72,925 miles
    Test number
    129715401303
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bushes on both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bushes on both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass64,379 miles (+11,337)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    64,379 miles
    Test number
    312641315363
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both side (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass53,042 miles (+9,303)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    53,042 miles
    Test number
    559310420535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass43,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    43,739 miles
    Test number
    148098451615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail43,739 miles (+6,360)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,739 miles
    Test number
    772877983822
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  15. Pass37,379 miles (+11,662)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    37,379 miles
    Test number
    507080295086
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres deteriorated

  16. Fail25,717 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,717 miles
    Test number
    595471984079
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass25,717 miles (+7,755)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    25,717 miles
    Test number
    845351184050
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass17,962 miles (+7,541)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    17,962 miles
    Test number
    495506383054
    • 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
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  19. Pass10,421 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    10,421 miles
    Test number
    857089982026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR09 SOC

Does LR09 SOC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR09 SOC is valid until 15 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR09 SOC?
The MOT on LR09 SOC is valid until 15 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR09 SOC done?
LR09 SOC was recorded at 119,552 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2026, an average of 7,859 miles a year.
Has LR09 SOC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR09 SOC has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on LR09 SOC 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 LR09 SOC find?
LR09 SOC passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; suspension components corroded.

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