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Mazda 3

Silver · Petrol · 2010 · 1,598 cc

LS10 USMMOT history

LS10 USM is a silver petrol Mazda 3 first used on 31 Mar 2010. Its MOT is valid until 31 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 99,668 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

LS10 USM silver Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 31 Mar 2027
Mileage
99,668 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,724 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS10 USM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
31 Mar 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS10 USM was last recorded at 99,668 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 5,845 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,823 miles · 27 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
5,845 miles
Average per year
5,724 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,668 miles
  • 2025 – 93,823 miles
  • 2024 – 88,261 miles
  • 2023 – 83,316 miles
  • 2022 – 78,835 miles
  • 2021 – 73,197 miles
  • 2020 – 68,358 miles
  • 2019 – 64,761 miles
  • 2018 – 62,345 miles
  • 2017 – 56,169 miles
  • 2016 – 49,146 miles
  • 2015 – 40,487 miles
  • 2014 – 33,323 miles
  • 2013 – 25,167 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,668 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 30% Imbalance Across Front Axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing - 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing - 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryUnderbody Corroded

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 Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

16 tests since 21 Mar 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,668 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    99,668 miles
    Test number
    655465449912
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 30% Imbalance Across Front Axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing - 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing - 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody Corroded

  2. Fail99,668 miles (+5,845)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,668 miles
    Test number
    256827398143
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 30% Imbalance Across Front Axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing - 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing - 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody Corroded

  3. Pass93,823 miles (+5,562)3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    93,823 miles
    Test number
    505827044012
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources holder missing (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear inner sills corroded both sides not excessive

  4. Pass88,261 miles (+4,945)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    88,261 miles
    Test number
    163637285508
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass83,316 miles (+4,481)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    83,316 miles
    Test number
    192905915559
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Pass78,835 miles (+5,638)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    78,835 miles
    Test number
    415225961492
    • 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))

  7. Pass73,197 miles (+4,839)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    73,197 miles
    Test number
    281131047643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass68,358 miles (+3,597)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    68,358 miles
    Test number
    829229693187
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine and under trays fitted
    • AdvisorySill trims fitted

  9. Pass64,761 miles (+2,416)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    64,761 miles
    Test number
    229369387252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass62,345 miles (+6,176)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    62,345 miles
    Test number
    514463684801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass56,169 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    56,169 miles
    Test number
    919570354131
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  12. Fail56,146 miles (+7,000)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,146 miles
    Test number
    323614880087
    • FailureFront registration plate incorrect wrong letter (6.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  13. Pass49,146 miles (+8,659)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    49,146 miles
    Test number
    192766356814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass40,487 miles (+7,164)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    40,487 miles
    Test number
    106438475028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass33,323 miles (+8,156)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    33,323 miles
    Test number
    477184184019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass25,167 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    25,167 miles
    Test number
    177150783029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS10 USM

Does LS10 USM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS10 USM is valid until 31 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS10 USM?
The MOT on LS10 USM is valid until 31 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS10 USM done?
LS10 USM was recorded at 99,668 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 5,724 miles a year.
Has LS10 USM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS10 USM has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LS10 USM 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 LS10 USM find?
LS10 USM passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside rear rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface; front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 30% imbalance across front axle; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 4 more.

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