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Mazda 3

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,183 cc

S28 KAYMOT history

S28 KAY is a black diesel Mazda 3 first used on 23 Nov 2012. Its MOT is valid until 22 Nov 2026 and it has passed 11 of 12 MOT tests, with 72,469 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Nov 2025.

S28 KAY black Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Nov 2026
Mileage
72,469 mi
At MOT on 6 Nov 2025
MOT tests
12
11 passed · 1 failed
Per year
5,584 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S28 KAY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,183 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
23 Nov 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S28 KAY was last recorded at 72,469 miles on 6 Nov 2025, 6,262 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
66,207 miles · 21 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
6,262 miles
Average per year
5,584 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 72,469 miles
  • 2024 – 66,207 miles
  • 2023 – 59,630 miles
  • 2022 – 53,075 miles
  • 2021 – 47,671 miles
  • 2020 – 41,953 miles
  • 2019 – 37,791 miles
  • 2018 – 32,528 miles
  • 2017 – 27,333 miles
  • 2016 – 22,710 miles
  • 2015 – 16,586 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,469 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded 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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

12 tests since 4 Nov 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,469 miles (+6,262)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    72,469 miles
    Test number
    326532327858
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  2. Pass66,207 miles (+6,577)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    66,207 miles
    Test number
    928807705105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass59,630 miles (+6,555)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    59,630 miles
    Test number
    637733840030
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass53,075 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    53,075 miles
    Test number
    469306040778
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  5. Fail53,075 miles (+5,404)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,075 miles
    Test number
    853543450535
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass47,671 miles (+5,718)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    47,671 miles
    Test number
    624161977922

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass41,953 miles (+4,162)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    41,953 miles
    Test number
    857270466216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass37,791 miles (+5,263)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    37,791 miles
    Test number
    311219391868

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass32,528 miles (+5,195)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    32,528 miles
    Test number
    357550131334
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge scubbing badly on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge scrubbing badly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass27,333 miles (+4,623)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    27,333 miles
    Test number
    450217151253
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
  11. Pass22,710 miles (+6,124)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    22,710 miles
    Test number
    933143584431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass16,586 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    16,586 miles
    Test number
    638628024481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S28 KAY

Does S28 KAY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S28 KAY is valid until 22 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S28 KAY?
The MOT on S28 KAY is valid until 22 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S28 KAY done?
S28 KAY was recorded at 72,469 miles at its MOT on 6 Nov 2025, an average of 5,584 miles a year.
Has S28 KAY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S28 KAY has failed 1 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on S28 KAY 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 S28 KAY find?
S28 KAY passed its latest MOT on 6 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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