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Mazda 3

Blue · Petrol · 2009 · 1,598 cc

LS09 OCBMOT history

LS09 OCB is a blue petrol Mazda 3 first used on 8 Apr 2009. Its MOT is valid until 13 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 146,890 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2025.

LS09 OCB blue Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda 3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 Nov 2026
Mileage
146,890 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2025
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,722 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS09 OCB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
8 Apr 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS09 OCB was last recorded at 146,890 miles on 12 Nov 2025, 5,280 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,610 miles · 16 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
5,280 miles
Average per year
8,722 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 146,890 miles
  • 2024 – 141,610 miles
  • 2023 – 138,433 miles
  • 2022 – 121,636 miles
  • 2021 – 108,999 miles
  • 2020 – 99,112 miles
  • 2019 – 89,672 miles
  • 2018 – 79,101 miles
  • 2017 – 70,442 miles
  • 2016 – 61,498 miles
  • 2015 – 51,795 miles
  • 2014 – 44,319 miles
  • 2013 – 39,431 miles
  • 2012 – 28,179 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,890 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod /rack end

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 3 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,890 miles1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    146,890 miles
    Test number
    149697529668
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail146,890 miles (+5,280)3 repaired1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,890 miles
    Test number
    687854337889
    • Repaired at testElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass141,610 miles (+3,177)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    141,610 miles
    Test number
    170949415824
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in zone A (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass138,433 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    138,433 miles
    Test number
    499791562589
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail138,433 miles (+16,797)4 dangerous6 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,433 miles
    Test number
    160719604569
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security n/s & o/s (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and all suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security n/s & o/s (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  6. Pass121,636 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    121,636 miles
    Test number
    177356908316
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod /rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail121,636 miles (+12,637)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,636 miles
    Test number
    801681847003
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod /rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass108,999 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    108,999 miles
    Test number
    333586571931
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear headlamp level sensor bracket heavily corroded

  9. Fail108,999 miles (+9,887)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,999 miles
    Test number
    473343251565
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear headlamp level sensor bracket heavily corroded

  10. Pass99,112 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    99,112 miles
    Test number
    426486926667
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and worn edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn inner edge
    • 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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail99,112 miles (+9,440)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,112 miles
    Test number
    366731540526
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and worn edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn inner edge
    • 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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass89,672 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    89,672 miles
    Test number
    254428420443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  13. Fail89,672 miles (+10,571)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,672 miles
    Test number
    982338006997
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  14. Pass79,101 miles (+8,659)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    79,101 miles
    Test number
    250999110905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass70,442 miles (+86)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    70,442 miles
    Test number
    434426287275
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail70,356 miles (+8,858)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,356 miles
    Test number
    195095725908
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass61,498 miles (+9,703)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    61,498 miles
    Test number
    280814094381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass51,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    51,795 miles
    Test number
    735461303325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail51,795 miles (+7,476)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,795 miles
    Test number
    893878086487
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass44,319 miles (+4,888)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    44,319 miles
    Test number
    236806474208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass39,431 miles (+3,265)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    39,431 miles
    Test number
    359267473271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,166 miles (+7,987)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    36,166 miles
    Test number
    977872293075
    • NoteNsf tyre badly perished and has flat spots
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOsr tyre slightly perished
    • NoteRear number plate cracked

  23. Fail28,179 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,179 miles
    Test number
    127224992048
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  24. Pass28,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    28,179 miles
    Test number
    565744592010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS09 OCB

Does LS09 OCB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS09 OCB is valid until 13 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS09 OCB?
The MOT on LS09 OCB is valid until 13 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS09 OCB done?
LS09 OCB was recorded at 146,890 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2025, an average of 8,722 miles a year.
Has LS09 OCB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS09 OCB has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LS09 OCB 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 LS09 OCB find?
LS09 OCB passed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills, and 9 more.

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