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Mazda 3

Red · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LX04 SNJMOT history

LX04 SNJ is a red petrol Mazda 3 first used on 1 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 12 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 112,708 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Aug 2026.

LX04 SNJ red Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda 3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Sept 2027
Mileage
112,708 mi
At MOT on 30 Aug 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,610 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX04 SNJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX04 SNJ was last recorded at 112,708 miles on 30 Aug 2026, 3,964 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,744 miles · 12 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,964 miles
Average per year
5,610 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,708 miles
  • 2025 – 108,744 miles
  • 2024 – 98,238 miles
  • 2023 – 89,365 miles
  • 2022 – 80,439 miles
  • 2021 – 75,023 miles
  • 2020 – 68,177 miles
  • 2019 – 60,139 miles
  • 2018 – 52,936 miles
  • 2017 – 47,408 miles
  • 2016 – 39,623 miles
  • 2015 – 34,332 miles
  • 2014 – 29,555 miles
  • 2013 – 23,242 miles
  • 2012 – 19,787 miles
  • 2011 – 14,695 miles
  • 2010 – 10,105 miles
  • 2009 – 4,091 miles
  • 2008 – 3,544 miles
  • 2007 – 2,942 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,708 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (Both sides) (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (Both sides) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryGeneral rust / surface corrosion / deterioration under the body
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 5 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,708 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    112,708 miles
    Test number
    907329722337
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (Both sides) (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (Both sides) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral rust / surface corrosion / deterioration under the body
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail112,708 miles (+3,964)4 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,708 miles
    Test number
    491027713587
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (Both sides) (4.1.4 (b))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (Both sides) (4.7.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (Both sides) (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (Both sides) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral rust / surface corrosion / deterioration under the body
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass108,744 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    108,744 miles
    Test number
    169115779659
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail108,744 miles (+10,506)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,744 miles
    Test number
    978701725640
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass98,238 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    98,238 miles
    Test number
    313148779777
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Nearside and Offside (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Fail98,238 miles (+8,873)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,238 miles
    Test number
    409020788901
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Nearside and Offside (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Pass89,365 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    89,365 miles
    Test number
    448821793185
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Few chips on it (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides inner and outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail89,365 miles (+8,926)1 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,365 miles
    Test number
    584099613962
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Few chips on it (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides inner and outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass80,439 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    80,439 miles
    Test number
    575821025193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  10. Fail80,423 miles (+5,400)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,423 miles
    Test number
    281181331572
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  11. Pass75,023 miles2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    75,023 miles
    Test number
    878222944806
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush almost excessive (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  12. Fail75,023 miles (+6,846)5 major3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,023 miles
    Test number
    967542065075
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush almost excessive (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  13. Pass68,177 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    68,177 miles
    Test number
    607897743065
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail68,177 miles (+8,038)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,177 miles
    Test number
    981104752203
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass60,139 miles (+7,203)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    60,139 miles
    Test number
    368715888938
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn right on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  16. Pass52,936 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    52,936 miles
    Test number
    617227615456
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  17. Fail52,936 miles (+5,528)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,936 miles
    Test number
    102228057977
    • Repaired at testCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  18. Pass47,408 miles (+26)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    47,408 miles
    Test number
    502052669256
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  19. Fail47,382 miles (+7,759)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,382 miles
    Test number
    407688295148
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  20. Pass39,623 miles (+5,291)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    39,623 miles
    Test number
    128445977247
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2
    • AdvisoryChips in screen, exhaust rusty

  21. Pass34,332 miles (+4,777)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    34,332 miles
    Test number
    419887915215
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass29,555 miles (+6,313)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    29,555 miles
    Test number
    859906154063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass23,242 miles (+3,455)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    23,242 miles
    Test number
    388927153017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass19,787 miles (+5,092)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    19,787 miles
    Test number
    175849952084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass14,695 miles (+4,590)
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    14,695 miles
    Test number
    645890661029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass10,105 miles (+6,014)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    10,105 miles
    Test number
    952730360049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass4,091 miles (+547)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    4,091 miles
    Test number
    660434939060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail3,544 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3,544 miles
    Test number
    540839228096
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  29. Pass3,544 miles (+602)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    3,544 miles
    Test number
    951449328087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass2,942 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    2,942 miles
    Test number
    423266337015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX04 SNJ

Does LX04 SNJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX04 SNJ is valid until 12 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX04 SNJ?
The MOT on LX04 SNJ is valid until 12 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX04 SNJ done?
LX04 SNJ was recorded at 112,708 miles at its MOT on 30 Aug 2026, an average of 5,610 miles a year.
Has LX04 SNJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX04 SNJ has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LX04 SNJ 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 LX04 SNJ find?
LX04 SNJ passed its latest MOT on 30 Aug 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (both sides); front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (both sides), and 3 more.

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