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Mazda 3

Grey · Petrol · 2009 · 1,598 cc

LX09 XECMOT history

LX09 XEC is a grey petrol Mazda 3 first used on 5 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 82,837 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2026.

LX09 XEC grey Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Jun 2027
Mileage
82,837 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,129 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX09 XEC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
5 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
29 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX09 XEC was last recorded at 82,837 miles on 29 May 2026, 2,740 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,097 miles · 15 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,740 miles
Average per year
4,129 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,837 miles
  • 2025 – 80,097 miles
  • 2024 – 77,506 miles
  • 2023 – 74,360 miles
  • 2022 – 72,061 miles
  • 2021 – 69,370 miles
  • 2020 – 66,117 miles
  • 2019 – 62,587 miles
  • 2018 – 59,023 miles
  • 2017 – 53,928 miles
  • 2016 – 49,313 miles
  • 2015 – 42,756 miles
  • 2014 – 38,255 miles
  • 2013 – 32,533 miles
  • 2012 – 24,015 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,837 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner and outer edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front number plate poor condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Play in gearbox differential

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Big bush at rear of arm (2.4.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 29 Feb 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,837 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    82,837 miles
    Test number
    233991290002
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner and outer edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail82,837 miles (+2,740)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,837 miles
    Test number
    848481835139
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner and outer edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  3. Pass80,097 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    80,097 miles
    Test number
    715108846916
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  4. Fail80,096 miles (+2,590)1 dangerous6 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,096 miles
    Test number
    394750462079
    • DangerousBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning red on dash
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  5. Pass77,506 miles (+3,146)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    77,506 miles
    Test number
    122715980003
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass74,360 miles (+2,299)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    74,360 miles
    Test number
    583243867352
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryInner sills slight surface corrosion
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  7. Pass72,061 miles (+2,691)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    72,061 miles
    Test number
    112807851247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass69,370 miles (+3,253)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    69,370 miles
    Test number
    861733276069
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass66,117 miles (+3,530)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    66,117 miles
    Test number
    255424487830
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass62,587 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    62,587 miles
    Test number
    902956032567
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail62,587 miles (+3,564)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,587 miles
    Test number
    552397946222
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass59,023 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    59,023 miles
    Test number
    809093796195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail59,023 miles (+5,095)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,023 miles
    Test number
    365590161271
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass53,928 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    53,928 miles
    Test number
    167272401808
    • AdvisoryFront number plate poor condition
    • AdvisoryPlay in gearbox differential

  15. Fail53,928 miles (+4,615)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,928 miles
    Test number
    235604510831
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Big bush at rear of arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Big bush at rear of arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate poor condition
    • AdvisoryPlay in gearbox differential
    • AdvisorySlight play in N/S/R anti roll bar drop link

  16. Pass49,313 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    49,313 miles
    Test number
    236632941798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail49,313 miles (+6,557)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,313 miles
    Test number
    551670370288
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Big bush at rear of arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Big bush at rear of arm (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass42,756 miles (+4,501)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    42,756 miles
    Test number
    386781295030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail38,255 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,255 miles
    Test number
    516769854018
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  20. Pass38,255 miles (+5,722)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    38,255 miles
    Test number
    938429754030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,533 miles (+8,518)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    32,533 miles
    Test number
    859762553073
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  22. Pass24,015 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    24,015 miles
    Test number
    528140962043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX09 XEC

Does LX09 XEC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX09 XEC is valid until 4 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX09 XEC?
The MOT on LX09 XEC is valid until 4 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX09 XEC done?
LX09 XEC was recorded at 82,837 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2026, an average of 4,129 miles a year.
Has LX09 XEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX09 XEC has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LX09 XEC 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 LX09 XEC find?
LX09 XEC passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner and outer edge 205/55/16; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 4 more.

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