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Mazda 3

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LS08 TYFMOT history

LS08 TYF is a blue petrol Mazda 3 first used on 26 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 2 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 145,009 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2026.

LS08 TYF blue Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda 3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Mar 2027
Mileage
145,009 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,472 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS08 TYF
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
26 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS08 TYF was last recorded at 145,009 miles on 3 Mar 2026, 4,262 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,747 miles · 4 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,262 miles
Average per year
8,472 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,009 miles
  • 2025 – 140,747 miles
  • 2024 – 135,737 miles
  • 2023 – 126,385 miles
  • 2022 – 114,242 miles
  • 2021 – 103,717 miles
  • 2020 – 98,969 miles
  • 2019 – 85,442 miles
  • 2018 – 71,529 miles
  • 2017 – 60,509 miles
  • 2016 – 49,072 miles
  • 2015 – 38,624 miles
  • 2014 – 28,616 miles
  • 2013 – 25,397 miles
  • 2012 – 21,959 miles
  • 2011 – 18,406 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,009 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both fronts (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both fronts (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (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.

  • Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • All front and rear suspension components have corrosion

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Engine oil sump corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Has under trays + sill covers fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 24 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,009 miles (+4,262)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    145,009 miles
    Test number
    610127739695
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both fronts (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both fronts (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass140,747 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    140,747 miles
    Test number
    318881006090
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll front and rear suspension components have corrosion
    • AdvisoryEngine oil sump corroded
    • AdvisoryHas under trays + sill covers fitted

  3. Fail140,743 miles (+5,006)3 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,743 miles
    Test number
    954378357106
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both headlamps hazy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll front and rear suspension components have corrosion
    • AdvisoryEngine oil sump corroded
    • AdvisoryHas under trays + sill covers fitted

  4. Pass135,737 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    135,737 miles
    Test number
    825740059307
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll front and rear suspension components have corrosion
    • AdvisoryEngine oil sump corroded
    • AdvisoryHas under trays + sill covers fitted

  5. Fail135,737 miles (+9,352)1 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,737 miles
    Test number
    201488177376
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll front and rear suspension components have corrosion
    • AdvisoryEngine oil sump corroded
    • AdvisoryHas under trays + sill covers fitted

  6. Pass126,385 miles (+12,143)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    126,385 miles
    Test number
    660581757490
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both head lamps hazy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all front and rear suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides -- front and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil sump rusty

  7. Pass114,242 miles (+10,525)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    114,242 miles
    Test number
    322290765789
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides -- inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension components have corrosion

  8. Pass103,717 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    103,717 miles
    Test number
    416591924722
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both front and rear (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail103,716 miles (+4,747)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,716 miles
    Test number
    761455164009
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both front and rear (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass98,969 miles (+13,527)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    98,969 miles
    Test number
    583706250673
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass85,442 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    85,442 miles
    Test number
    865092376408
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Fail85,440 miles (+13,911)1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,440 miles
    Test number
    412873770450
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass71,529 miles (+11,020)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    71,529 miles
    Test number
    909100639414
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass60,509 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    60,509 miles
    Test number
    846984142602
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail60,508 miles (+11,436)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,508 miles
    Test number
    324994033043
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint both sides (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass49,072 miles (+10,448)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    49,072 miles
    Test number
    423076890108
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint both sides (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass38,624 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    38,624 miles
    Test number
    546246885068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail38,624 miles (+10,008)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,624 miles
    Test number
    167606685470
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  19. Pass28,616 miles (+3,219)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    28,616 miles
    Test number
    378672804102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,397 miles (+3,438)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    25,397 miles
    Test number
    105843793073
    • NoteCracking to both rear tyre treads.
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  21. Pass21,959 miles (+3,553)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    21,959 miles
    Test number
    778461182011
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking in tread

  22. Pass18,406 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    18,406 miles
    Test number
    757393481034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS08 TYF

Does LS08 TYF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS08 TYF is valid until 2 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS08 TYF?
The MOT on LS08 TYF is valid until 2 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS08 TYF done?
LS08 TYF was recorded at 145,009 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2026, an average of 8,472 miles a year.
Has LS08 TYF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS08 TYF has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LS08 TYF 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 LS08 TYF find?
LS08 TYF passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both fronts; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts; offside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush.

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