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Mazda 3

Blue · Diesel · 2011 · 1,560 cc

LS61 KUWMOT history

LS61 KUW is a blue diesel Mazda 3 first used on 1 Oct 2011. Its MOT expired on 19 Dec 2025 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 143,690 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Dec 2024.

LS61 KUW blue Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda 3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 19 Dec 2025
Mileage
143,690 mi
At MOT on 20 Dec 2024
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,348 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS61 KUW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
1 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
20 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS61 KUW was last recorded at 143,690 miles on 20 Dec 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,690 miles · 19 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,348 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 143,690 miles
  • 2023 – 139,601 miles
  • 2022 – 121,574 miles
  • 2021 – 112,046 miles
  • 2020 – 104,788 miles
  • 2019 – 96,571 miles
  • 2018 – 86,388 miles
  • 2017 – 75,745 miles
  • 2016 – 65,134 miles
  • 2015 – 56,042 miles
  • 2014 – 46,691 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,690 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 5 Aug 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,690 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    143,690 miles
    Test number
    914349436724
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail143,690 miles (+4,089)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,690 miles
    Test number
    915862020612
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass139,601 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    139,601 miles
    Test number
    479916643771
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail139,601 miles (+18,027)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,601 miles
    Test number
    396292348837
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass121,574 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    121,574 miles
    Test number
    340548965215
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail121,574 miles (+9,528)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,574 miles
    Test number
    457088002862
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass112,046 miles (+7,258)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    112,046 miles
    Test number
    681505327908
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass104,788 miles (+8,217)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    104,788 miles
    Test number
    191008660845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass96,571 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    96,571 miles
    Test number
    779706678724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail96,571 miles (+10,183)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,571 miles
    Test number
    284539810707
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass86,388 miles (+10,643)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    86,388 miles
    Test number
    674883427898

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass75,745 miles (+10,611)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    75,745 miles
    Test number
    182015241484
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass65,134 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    65,134 miles
    Test number
    750855657642
    • AdvisoryCovers/undertrays fitted

  14. Fail65,134 miles (+9,092)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,134 miles
    Test number
    334875296858
    • FailureFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCovers/undertrays fitted

  15. Pass56,042 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    56,042 miles
    Test number
    307675515452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail56,040 miles (+9,349)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,040 miles
    Test number
    288321815231
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  17. Pass46,691 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    46,691 miles
    Test number
    758517314241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS61 KUW

Does LS61 KUW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS61 KUW expired on 19 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS61 KUW?
The MOT on LS61 KUW expired on 19 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS61 KUW done?
LS61 KUW was recorded at 143,690 miles at its MOT on 20 Dec 2024, an average of 9,348 miles a year.
Has LS61 KUW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS61 KUW has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LS61 KUW 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 LS61 KUW find?
LS61 KUW passed its latest MOT on 20 Dec 2024 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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