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Mazda 3

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LS08 TYPMOT history

LS08 TYP is a grey petrol Mazda 3 first used on 26 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 29 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 81,485 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Dec 2025.

LS08 TYP grey Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Dec 2026
Mileage
81,485 mi
At MOT on 30 Dec 2025
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,732 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS08 TYP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
26 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS08 TYP was last recorded at 81,485 miles on 30 Dec 2025, 4,536 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,949 miles · 21 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4,536 miles
Average per year
3,732 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 81,485 miles
  • 2024 – 76,949 miles
  • 2023 – 75,687 miles
  • 2022 – 74,350 miles
  • 2021 – 72,535 miles
  • 2020 – 70,601 miles
  • 2019 – 68,682 miles
  • 2018 – 63,521 miles
  • 2017 – 60,593 miles
  • 2016 – 57,596 miles
  • 2015 – 53,911 miles
  • 2014 – 47,157 miles
  • 2013 – 40,399 miles
  • 2012 – 32,772 miles
  • 2011 – 26,183 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,485 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside repeater lens missing

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

17 tests since 7 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,485 miles (+4,536)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    81,485 miles
    Test number
    749535102264
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside repeater lens missing

  2. Pass76,949 miles (+1,262)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    76,949 miles
    Test number
    486513221282
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass75,687 miles (+1,337)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    75,687 miles
    Test number
    770785106584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass74,350 miles (+1,815)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    74,350 miles
    Test number
    977102479934
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass72,535 miles (+1,934)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    72,535 miles
    Test number
    935402053041
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass70,601 miles (+1,919)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    70,601 miles
    Test number
    163284575953
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass68,682 miles (+5,161)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    68,682 miles
    Test number
    442500510915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass63,521 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    63,521 miles
    Test number
    567902550711

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail63,521 miles (+2,928)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,521 miles
    Test number
    122839044342
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

  10. Pass60,593 miles (+2,997)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    60,593 miles
    Test number
    699551844364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass57,596 miles (+3,685)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    57,596 miles
    Test number
    667101031339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass53,911 miles (+6,754)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    53,911 miles
    Test number
    766722385042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass47,157 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    47,157 miles
    Test number
    316135284087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail47,157 miles (+6,758)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,157 miles
    Test number
    515138474097
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass40,399 miles (+7,627)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    40,399 miles
    Test number
    227984273077
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside rear tyre tread cracking

  16. Pass32,772 miles (+6,589)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    32,772 miles
    Test number
    258731682088
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre tread cracking

  17. Pass26,183 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    26,183 miles
    Test number
    576716261074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS08 TYP

Does LS08 TYP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS08 TYP is valid until 29 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS08 TYP?
The MOT on LS08 TYP is valid until 29 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS08 TYP done?
LS08 TYP was recorded at 81,485 miles at its MOT on 30 Dec 2025, an average of 3,732 miles a year.
Has LS08 TYP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS08 TYP has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Mar 2018.
Has the mileage on LS08 TYP 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 TYP find?
LS08 TYP passed its latest MOT on 30 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside registration plate lamp insecure; offside repeater lens missing.

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