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Mazda 3

Blue · Petrol · 2015 · 1,998 cc

T500 ESEMOT history

T500 ESE is a blue petrol Mazda 3 first used on 2 Mar 2015. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 156,337 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
156,337 mi
At MOT on 19 Sept 2026
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
13,259 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 ESE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
2 Mar 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 ESE was last recorded at 156,337 miles on 19 Sept 2026, 38,144 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,193 miles · 30 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
38,144 miles
Average per year
13,259 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,337 miles
  • 2025 – 118,193 miles
  • 2024 – 99,202 miles
  • 2023 – 92,324 miles
  • 2022 – 85,405 miles
  • 2021 – 83,422 miles
  • 2020 – 78,522 miles
  • 2019 – 67,927 miles
  • 2018 – 46,815 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,337 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

13 tests since 16 Jun 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,337 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    156,337 miles
    Test number
    332976933409
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail156,337 miles (+38,144)2 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,337 miles
    Test number
    204484251752
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass118,193 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    118,193 miles
    Test number
    833457515872

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail118,193 miles (+18,991)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,193 miles
    Test number
    665133737359
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass99,202 miles (+6,878)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    99,202 miles
    Test number
    873879012937
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Pass92,324 miles (+6,919)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    92,324 miles
    Test number
    368548132583
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass85,405 miles (+1,983)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    85,405 miles
    Test number
    661559413998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass83,422 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    83,422 miles
    Test number
    632651744547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail83,407 miles (+4,885)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,407 miles
    Test number
    502632420752
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass78,522 miles (+10,595)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    78,522 miles
    Test number
    113184459729
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  11. Pass67,927 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    67,927 miles
    Test number
    415017622958
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sidewalls have large chunks out of them almost to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNSF brake slight lag in operation

  12. Fail67,927 miles (+21,112)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,927 miles
    Test number
    471107606815
    • MajorNearside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split at both end (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sidewalls have large chunks out of them almost to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNSF brake slight lag in operation
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass46,815 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    46,815 miles
    Test number
    218724924302
    • AdvisoryUnder body plastic trays fitted

Questions about T500 ESE

Does T500 ESE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 ESE is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T500 ESE?
The MOT on T500 ESE is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T500 ESE done?
T500 ESE was recorded at 156,337 miles at its MOT on 19 Sept 2026, an average of 13,259 miles a year.
Has T500 ESE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 ESE has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T500 ESE 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 T500 ESE find?
T500 ESE passed its latest MOT on 19 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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