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Mazda 3

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,999 cc

S25 VLBMOT history

S25 VLB is a black petrol Mazda 3 first used on 14 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 20 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 164,872 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2026.

S25 VLB black Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 May 2027
Mileage
164,872 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
12,182 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S25 VLB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
14 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 May 2027
Latest MOT test
15 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S25 VLB was last recorded at 164,872 miles on 15 May 2026, 5,662 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
159,210 miles · 21 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,662 miles
Average per year
12,182 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 164,872 miles
  • 2025 – 159,210 miles
  • 2024 – 150,597 miles
  • 2023 – 138,528 miles
  • 2022 – 122,879 miles
  • 2021 – 105,134 miles
  • 2020 – 87,784 miles
  • 2019 – 73,607 miles
  • 2018 – 62,050 miles
  • 2016 – 49,581 miles
  • 2015 – 28,025 miles
  • 2014 – 21,919 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,872 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 stone chip

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

14 tests since 20 Aug 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,872 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2027
    Odometer
    164,872 miles
    Test number
    816478894414
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail164,872 miles (+5,662)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,872 miles
    Test number
    142812922117
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass159,210 miles (+8,613)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2026
    Odometer
    159,210 miles
    Test number
    158101643656
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  4. Pass150,597 miles (+12,069)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2025
    Odometer
    150,597 miles
    Test number
    809408604739
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  5. Pass138,528 miles (+15,649)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2024
    Odometer
    138,528 miles
    Test number
    238961773783
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass122,879 miles (+17,745)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2023
    Odometer
    122,879 miles
    Test number
    480056753855
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass105,134 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2022
    Odometer
    105,134 miles
    Test number
    859320123340
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail105,131 miles (+17,347)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,131 miles
    Test number
    785337189481
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront heat shield loose
    • 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))
  9. Pass87,784 miles (+14,177)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2021
    Odometer
    87,784 miles
    Test number
    649964045290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass73,607 miles (+11,557)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2020
    Odometer
    73,607 miles
    Test number
    526182881979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass62,050 miles (+12,469)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2019
    Odometer
    62,050 miles
    Test number
    590594749523
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Pass49,581 miles (+21,556)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    49,581 miles
    Test number
    276202297258
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass28,025 miles (+6,106)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    28,025 miles
    Test number
    207014855431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass21,919 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    21,919 miles
    Test number
    706502434265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S25 VLB

Does S25 VLB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S25 VLB is valid until 20 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S25 VLB?
The MOT on S25 VLB is valid until 20 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S25 VLB done?
S25 VLB was recorded at 164,872 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2026, an average of 12,182 miles a year.
Has S25 VLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S25 VLB has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S25 VLB 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 S25 VLB find?
S25 VLB passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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