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Mazda 3

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LS12 NLVMOT history

LS12 NLV is a black petrol Mazda 3 first used on 26 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 28 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 81,167 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

LS12 NLV black Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Mar 2027
Mileage
81,167 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,428 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 NLV
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
26 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 NLV was last recorded at 81,167 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 4,242 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
76,925 miles · 28 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,242 miles
Average per year
5,428 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,167 miles
  • 2025 – 76,925 miles
  • 2024 – 71,993 miles
  • 2023 – 66,805 miles
  • 2022 – 61,650 miles
  • 2021 – 56,654 miles
  • 2020 – 52,091 miles
  • 2019 – 47,422 miles
  • 2018 – 42,142 miles
  • 2017 – 36,207 miles
  • 2016 – 28,315 miles
  • 2015 – 21,385 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,167 miles
  • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

16 tests since 6 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,167 miles (+4,242)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    81,167 miles
    Test number
    756522401488
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Pass76,925 miles (+4,932)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    76,925 miles
    Test number
    396478456680
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement on both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on both sides

  3. Pass71,993 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    71,993 miles
    Test number
    794027777606
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail71,993 miles (+5,188)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,993 miles
    Test number
    579243764601
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass66,805 miles (+5,155)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    66,805 miles
    Test number
    238405111630
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  6. Pass61,650 miles (+4,996)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    61,650 miles
    Test number
    777142243289
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass56,654 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    56,654 miles
    Test number
    150136622891
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail56,654 miles (+4,563)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,654 miles
    Test number
    193525952913
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass52,091 miles (+4,669)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    52,091 miles
    Test number
    917896003203
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass47,422 miles (+5,280)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    47,422 miles
    Test number
    270649513508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass42,142 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    42,142 miles
    Test number
    163108932302
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail42,142 miles (+5,935)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,142 miles
    Test number
    380505306899
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass36,207 miles (+7,892)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    36,207 miles
    Test number
    834901425543
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin strong advise change asap (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin strong advise change asap (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  14. Pass28,315 miles (+6,930)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    28,315 miles
    Test number
    955757610744
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  15. Pass21,385 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    21,385 miles
    Test number
    946005565075
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  16. Fail21,383 miles1 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,383 miles
    Test number
    915165065017
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Questions about LS12 NLV

Does LS12 NLV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 NLV is valid until 28 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 NLV?
The MOT on LS12 NLV is valid until 28 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 NLV done?
LS12 NLV was recorded at 81,167 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 5,428 miles a year.
Has LS12 NLV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 NLV has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LS12 NLV 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 NLV find?
LS12 NLV passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: power steering fluid level below minimum; nearside front nail in tyre; nearside front power steering component has slight seepage from a component.

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