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Mazda 3

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LS08 TYZMOT history

LS08 TYZ is a blue petrol Mazda 3 first used on 26 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 17 Dec 2025 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 165,832 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Nov 2024.

LS08 TYZ blue Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda 3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Dec 2025
Mileage
165,832 mi
At MOT on 29 Nov 2024
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,241 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS08 TYZ
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 expired on 17 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
29 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS08 TYZ was last recorded at 165,832 miles on 29 Nov 2024, 11,007 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,825 miles · 18 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
11,007 miles
Average per year
9,241 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 165,832 miles
  • 2023 – 154,825 miles
  • 2022 – 141,721 miles
  • 2021 – 130,378 miles
  • 2020 – 117,001 miles
  • 2019 – 106,050 miles
  • 2018 – 99,300 miles
  • 2017 – 90,492 miles
  • 2016 – 84,346 miles
  • 2015 – 79,585 miles
  • 2014 – 75,236 miles
  • 2013 – 59,781 miles
  • 2012 – 51,432 miles
  • 2011 – 39,380 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,832 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened O/S & N/S (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sills front to rear O/S & N/S (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under vehicle and inner sills front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 25 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass165,832 miles (+11,007)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    165,832 miles
    Test number
    453721762089
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened O/S & N/S (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sills front to rear O/S & N/S (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass154,825 miles (+143)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    154,825 miles
    Test number
    943301586562
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under vehicle and inner sills front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail154,682 miles (+12,961)1 dangerous1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,682 miles
    Test number
    396425131389
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under vehicle and inner sills front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass141,721 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    141,721 miles
    Test number
    404169685632
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail141,721 miles (+11,343)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,721 miles
    Test number
    757526107653
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass130,378 miles (+13,377)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    130,378 miles
    Test number
    680777069512
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass117,001 miles (+10,951)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    117,001 miles
    Test number
    126939473909

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass106,050 miles (+6,750)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    106,050 miles
    Test number
    985528841198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass99,300 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    99,300 miles
    Test number
    150288622992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail99,300 miles (+5,097)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,300 miles
    Test number
    955203775261
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel hand brake (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass94,203 miles (+3,711)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    94,203 miles
    Test number
    998461502860
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass90,492 miles (+246)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    90,492 miles
    Test number
    143064615309
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Fail90,246 miles (+5,900)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,246 miles
    Test number
    820977950610
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

  14. Pass84,346 miles (+4,761)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    84,346 miles
    Test number
    211943360436
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower rear most rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass79,585 miles (+4,349)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    79,585 miles
    Test number
    896419255100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass75,236 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    75,236 miles
    Test number
    666372764179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail75,235 miles (+2,672)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,235 miles
    Test number
    756911864157
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass72,563 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    72,563 miles
    Test number
    545357684021
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail72,563 miles (+12,782)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,563 miles
    Test number
    776646584054
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth Front tyres very close to Legal Limit.
    • NoteRear N/S Tyre is also out of shape.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass59,781 miles (+8,349)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    59,781 miles
    Test number
    116084883078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass51,432 miles (+12,052)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    51,432 miles
    Test number
    318067482014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass39,380 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    39,380 miles
    Test number
    136824581066
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS08 TYZ

Does LS08 TYZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS08 TYZ expired on 17 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS08 TYZ?
The MOT on LS08 TYZ expired on 17 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS08 TYZ done?
LS08 TYZ was recorded at 165,832 miles at its MOT on 29 Nov 2024, an average of 9,241 miles a year.
Has LS08 TYZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS08 TYZ has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LS08 TYZ 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 TYZ find?
LS08 TYZ passed its latest MOT on 29 Nov 2024 with 7 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; offside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear fuel pipe/s corroded, and 4 more.

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