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Mazda 3

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LS12 NLKMOT history

LS12 NLK is a black petrol Mazda 3 first used on 31 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 16 Dec 2026 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 142,667 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Dec 2025.

LS12 NLK black Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda 3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Dec 2026
Mileage
142,667 mi
At MOT on 17 Dec 2025
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,966 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 NLK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 NLK was last recorded at 142,667 miles on 17 Dec 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,667 miles · 16 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
10,966 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 142,667 miles
  • 2024 – 129,222 miles
  • 2023 – 116,170 miles
  • 2022 – 102,204 miles
  • 2021 – 96,160 miles
  • 2020 – 85,178 miles
  • 2019 – 69,934 miles
  • 2018 – 57,675 miles
  • 2017 – 43,129 miles
  • 2016 – 36,502 miles
  • 2015 – 33,336 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,667 miles
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil sump corrodedRecorded 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.

  • Nearside Rear knock from components, but cause not found

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

16 tests since 24 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,667 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    142,667 miles
    Test number
    708176276585
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil sump corroded

  2. Fail142,667 miles (+13,445)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,667 miles
    Test number
    672310202889
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil sump corroded

  3. Pass129,222 miles (+101)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    129,222 miles
    Test number
    268730890995
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear knock from components, but cause not found

  4. Fail129,121 miles (+12,951)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,121 miles
    Test number
    822431531674
    • MajorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to wear markings (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear knock from components, but cause not found

  5. Pass116,170 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    116,170 miles
    Test number
    720372388624
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail116,170 miles (+13,966)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,170 miles
    Test number
    531661187406
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass102,204 miles (+6,044)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    102,204 miles
    Test number
    361331051234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass96,160 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    96,160 miles
    Test number
    780348056135
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail96,160 miles (+10,982)1 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,160 miles
    Test number
    179505618596
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass85,178 miles (+15,244)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    85,178 miles
    Test number
    775232145781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass69,934 miles (+12,259)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    69,934 miles
    Test number
    204777496589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass57,675 miles (+14,546)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    57,675 miles
    Test number
    523853098557
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged going out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass43,129 miles (+6,627)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    43,129 miles
    Test number
    629184330909
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass36,502 miles (+3,166)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    36,502 miles
    Test number
    143991716047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass33,336 miles (+5,631)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    33,336 miles
    Test number
    447443917463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass27,705 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    27,705 miles
    Test number
    779235375101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS12 NLK

Does LS12 NLK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 NLK is valid until 16 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS12 NLK?
The MOT on LS12 NLK is valid until 16 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 NLK done?
LS12 NLK was recorded at 142,667 miles at its MOT on 17 Dec 2025, an average of 10,966 miles a year.
Has LS12 NLK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 NLK has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LS12 NLK 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 NLK find?
LS12 NLK passed its latest MOT on 17 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both front and rear; suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front and rear; oil sump corroded.

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