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Mazda 3

Red · Petrol · 2016 · 1,496 cc

LR16 CYJMOT history

LR16 CYJ is a red petrol Mazda 3 first used on 4 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 3 Mar 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 168,795 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2026.

LR16 CYJ red Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda 3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Mar 2027
Mileage
168,795 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
18,344 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR16 CYJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,496 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
4 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR16 CYJ was last recorded at 168,795 miles on 3 Mar 2026, 6,287 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
162,508 miles · 28 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
6,287 miles
Average per year
18,344 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,795 miles
  • 2025 – 162,508 miles
  • 2024 – 142,038 miles
  • 2023 – 124,361 miles
  • 2022 – 104,526 miles
  • 2021 – 78,246 miles
  • 2020 – 58,611 miles
  • 2019 – 40,325 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,795 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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.

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

11 tests since 2 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,795 miles (+6,287)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    168,795 miles
    Test number
    486265953301
    • 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))

  2. Pass162,508 miles (+20,470)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    162,508 miles
    Test number
    854109595918
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass142,038 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    142,038 miles
    Test number
    205031283237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail142,038 miles (+17,677)4 major2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,038 miles
    Test number
    651187945149
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass124,361 miles (+19,835)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    124,361 miles
    Test number
    730425333606
    • MinorOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass104,526 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    104,526 miles
    Test number
    682926359866
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail104,526 miles (+26,280)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,526 miles
    Test number
    471072966664
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass78,246 miles (+19,635)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    78,246 miles
    Test number
    451320908268
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre valve perishing

  9. Pass58,611 miles (+18,286)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    58,611 miles
    Test number
    216861027461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass40,325 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    40,325 miles
    Test number
    850057012552
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail40,325 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,325 miles
    Test number
    531638994714
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Questions about LR16 CYJ

Does LR16 CYJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR16 CYJ is valid until 3 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR16 CYJ?
The MOT on LR16 CYJ is valid until 3 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR16 CYJ done?
LR16 CYJ was recorded at 168,795 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2026, an average of 18,344 miles a year.
Has LR16 CYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR16 CYJ has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LR16 CYJ 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 LR16 CYJ find?
LR16 CYJ passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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