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Mazda 3

Blue · Petrol · 2011 · 1,598 cc

LR11 VTYMOT history

LR11 VTY is a blue petrol Mazda 3 first used on 18 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 27 Nov 2026 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 87,402 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2025.

LR11 VTY blue Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Nov 2026
Mileage
87,402 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2025
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,441 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR11 VTY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
18 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR11 VTY was last recorded at 87,402 miles on 5 Nov 2025, 9,880 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,522 miles · 21 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
9,880 miles
Average per year
4,441 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 87,402 miles
  • 2024 – 77,522 miles
  • 2023 – 69,559 miles
  • 2022 – 61,987 miles
  • 2021 – 55,893 miles
  • 2020 – 50,506 miles
  • 2019 – 47,882 miles
  • 2018 – 45,687 miles
  • 2017 – 44,744 miles
  • 2016 – 42,414 miles
  • 2015 – 39,196 miles
  • 2014 – 36,057 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,402 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides + both perishing (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil strong advise! (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 14 Apr 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,402 miles (+9,880)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    87,402 miles
    Test number
    596155645671
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides + both perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil strong advise! (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Pass77,522 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    77,522 miles
    Test number
    886005986927
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Fail77,522 miles (+7,963)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,522 miles
    Test number
    356305014180
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both sides (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass69,559 miles (+7,572)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    69,559 miles
    Test number
    305927306320
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass61,987 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    61,987 miles
    Test number
    736941802853
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail61,987 miles (+6,094)1 dangerous2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,987 miles
    Test number
    674978339769
    • DangerousOffside Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective Split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective Split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass55,893 miles (+5,387)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    55,893 miles
    Test number
    868958215347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass50,506 miles (+2,624)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    50,506 miles
    Test number
    357341922824

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass47,882 miles (+106)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    47,882 miles
    Test number
    725346395624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail47,776 miles (+2,089)3 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,776 miles
    Test number
    328513287830
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  11. Pass45,687 miles (+943)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2019
    Odometer
    45,687 miles
    Test number
    731124697365
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on.
  12. Pass44,744 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2018
    Odometer
    44,744 miles
    Test number
    950346705380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail44,744 miles (+2,330)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,744 miles
    Test number
    760225460206
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  14. Pass42,414 miles (+3,218)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    42,414 miles
    Test number
    461913171041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail39,196 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,196 miles
    Test number
    215669525489
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
  16. Pass39,196 miles (+3,139)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2016
    Odometer
    39,196 miles
    Test number
    985219425188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,057 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    36,057 miles
    Test number
    729264904162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR11 VTY

Does LR11 VTY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR11 VTY is valid until 27 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR11 VTY?
The MOT on LR11 VTY is valid until 27 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR11 VTY done?
LR11 VTY was recorded at 87,402 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2025, an average of 4,441 miles a year.
Has LR11 VTY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR11 VTY has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LR11 VTY 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 LR11 VTY find?
LR11 VTY passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both sides; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides + both perishing, and 1 more.

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