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Mazda 3

Blue · Petrol · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LS12 BTVMOT history

LS12 BTV is a blue petrol Mazda 3 first used on 28 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 1 Oct 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 134,463 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2026.

LS12 BTV blue Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Oct 2027
Mileage
134,463 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,718 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 BTV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
28 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 BTV was last recorded at 134,463 miles on 2 Oct 2026, 19,553 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,910 miles · 3 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
19,553 miles
Average per year
10,718 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,463 miles
  • 2025 – 114,910 miles
  • 2024 – 101,846 miles
  • 2023 – 95,059 miles
  • 2022 – 80,833 miles
  • 2021 – 66,546 miles
  • 2020 – 53,628 miles
  • 2019 – 38,522 miles
  • 2018 – 26,552 miles
  • 2017 – 17,993 miles
  • 2016 – 14,401 miles
  • 2015 – 10,958 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,463 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Under body corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 25 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,463 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    134,463 miles
    Test number
    380527365755
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Fail134,463 miles (+19,553)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,463 miles
    Test number
    227740626844
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Pass114,910 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    114,910 miles
    Test number
    489245207670
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on the edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail114,910 miles (+13,064)3 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,910 miles
    Test number
    565276674084
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testStop lamp(s) not working middle (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on the edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass101,846 miles (+56)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    101,846 miles
    Test number
    469118481055
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  6. Fail101,790 miles (+6,731)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,790 miles
    Test number
    297949887906
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  7. Pass95,059 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    95,059 miles
    Test number
    770294526996
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail95,059 miles (+14,226)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,059 miles
    Test number
    863461190620
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass80,833 miles (+14,287)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    80,833 miles
    Test number
    222082324553
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass66,546 miles (+12,918)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    66,546 miles
    Test number
    607586140751
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass53,628 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    53,628 miles
    Test number
    903796857136
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail53,628 miles (+15,106)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,628 miles
    Test number
    732574720708
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass38,522 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    38,522 miles
    Test number
    271969149228
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail38,521 miles (+11,969)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,521 miles
    Test number
    836955917166
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view door mirror (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass26,552 miles (+8,559)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    26,552 miles
    Test number
    971429872179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass17,993 miles (+3,592)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    17,993 miles
    Test number
    577408245004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass14,401 miles (+3,443)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    14,401 miles
    Test number
    639960170469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass10,958 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    10,958 miles
    Test number
    445234385044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS12 BTV

Does LS12 BTV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 BTV is valid until 1 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 BTV?
The MOT on LS12 BTV is valid until 1 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 BTV done?
LS12 BTV was recorded at 134,463 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2026, an average of 10,718 miles a year.
Has LS12 BTV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 BTV has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LS12 BTV 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 LS12 BTV find?
LS12 BTV passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear service brake fluctuating, but not excessively.

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