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Mazda 3

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

T29 AMEMOT history

T29 AME is a blue petrol Mazda 3 first used on 30 May 2006. Its MOT expired on 5 Dec 2025 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 147,056 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Dec 2025
Mileage
147,056 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,262 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T29 AME
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 May 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T29 AME was last recorded at 147,056 miles on 18 Dec 2025, 8,091 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,965 miles · 6 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
8,091 miles
Average per year
7,262 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 147,056 miles
  • 2024 – 138,965 miles
  • 2023 – 128,043 miles
  • 2022 – 124,330 miles
  • 2021 – 116,063 miles
  • 2020 – 108,619 miles
  • 2019 – 98,523 miles
  • 2018 – 89,791 miles
  • 2017 – 83,485 miles
  • 2016 – 79,718 miles
  • 2015 – 74,773 miles
  • 2014 – 65,284 miles
  • 2013 – 58,449 miles
  • 2012 – 51,080 miles
  • 2011 – 44,838 miles
  • 2010 – 36,920 miles
  • 2009 – 26,409 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail147,056 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength all the way along (5.3.6 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 8 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail147,056 miles (+8,091)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,056 miles
    Test number
    663125998540
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength all the way along (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass138,965 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    138,965 miles
    Test number
    878134229590
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail138,963 miles (+10,920)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,963 miles
    Test number
    575885740797
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass128,043 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    128,043 miles
    Test number
    433863300293
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail128,042 miles (+3,712)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,042 miles
    Test number
    978535396533
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass124,330 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    124,330 miles
    Test number
    529895852241
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail124,330 miles (+8,267)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,330 miles
    Test number
    369015972307
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass116,063 miles (+7,444)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    116,063 miles
    Test number
    685705189902
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked and starting to de-laminate (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass108,619 miles (+10,096)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    108,619 miles
    Test number
    634577921196
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear swing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass98,523 miles (+6)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    98,523 miles
    Test number
    655633569332
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has slight leak of gasses

  11. Fail98,517 miles (+8,726)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,517 miles
    Test number
    412653084238
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both rear most bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has slight leak of gasses

  12. Pass89,791 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    89,791 miles
    Test number
    403243745644
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear unable to inspect centre seat belt as obstructed by child seat
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Cracks in tyre treads
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Cracks in tyre treads

  13. Fail89,791 miles (+6,306)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,791 miles
    Test number
    190533937923
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported Exhaust back box hanger snapped (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front wipers (Aero) (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear unable to inspect centre seat belt as obstructed by child seat
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Cracks in tyre treads
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Cracks in tyre treads

  14. Pass83,485 miles (+3,767)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    83,485 miles
    Test number
    259211280736
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres and nearside rear tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryEngine light illuminated
    • AdvisoryExhaust hanger snapped but system is still adequately supported

  15. Pass79,718 miles (+4,945)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    79,718 miles
    Test number
    609748968333
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/65/15 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre split and perished

  16. Pass74,773 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2016
    Odometer
    74,773 miles
    Test number
    247951045494
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail74,773 miles (+9,489)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,773 miles
    Test number
    596301645177
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass65,284 miles (+6,835)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    65,284 miles
    Test number
    295958344407
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass58,449 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    58,449 miles
    Test number
    705230643169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail58,449 miles (+7,369)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,449 miles
    Test number
    228087333109
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass51,080 miles (+6,242)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    51,080 miles
    Test number
    389619832160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass44,838 miles (+7,918)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    44,838 miles
    Test number
    767174231123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass36,920 miles (+10,511)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2011
    Odometer
    36,920 miles
    Test number
    244645930153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass26,409 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2010
    Odometer
    26,409 miles
    Test number
    704058129150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T29 AME

Does T29 AME currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T29 AME expired on 5 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T29 AME?
The MOT on T29 AME expired on 5 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T29 AME done?
T29 AME was recorded at 147,056 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2025, an average of 7,262 miles a year.
Has T29 AME ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T29 AME has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T29 AME 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 T29 AME find?
T29 AME failed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2025 with 8 major defects: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak, and 5 more.

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