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Mazda 3

Silver · Diesel · 2016 · 2,184 cc

V31 GNCMOT history

V31 GNC is a silver diesel Mazda 3 first used on 1 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 25 Oct 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 109,045 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2026.

V31 GNC silver Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Oct 2027
Mileage
109,045 mi
At MOT on 26 Oct 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,322 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V31 GNC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,184 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
1 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V31 GNC was last recorded at 109,045 miles on 26 Oct 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,037 miles · 20 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
9,322 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,045 miles
  • 2025 – 102,704 miles
  • 2024 – 93,876 miles
  • 2023 – 87,848 miles
  • 2022 – 76,725 miles
  • 2021 – 62,944 miles
  • 2020 – 52,220 miles
  • 2019 – 37,686 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,045 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

12 tests since 1 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,045 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    109,045 miles
    Test number
    342446768796
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Fail109,037 miles (+6,333)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,037 miles
    Test number
    215148585379
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Pass102,704 miles (+4,172)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    102,704 miles
    Test number
    824006646336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass98,532 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    98,532 miles
    Test number
    516455793393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail98,532 miles (+4,656)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,532 miles
    Test number
    246057174796
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  6. Pass93,876 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    93,876 miles
    Test number
    359746735591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail93,876 miles (+6,028)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,876 miles
    Test number
    247474773320
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Pass87,848 miles (+11,123)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    87,848 miles
    Test number
    234239731109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass76,725 miles (+13,781)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    76,725 miles
    Test number
    835371696840
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
  10. Pass62,944 miles (+10,724)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    62,944 miles
    Test number
    709362515378
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass52,220 miles (+14,534)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    52,220 miles
    Test number
    934531737039
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  12. Pass37,686 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    37,686 miles
    Test number
    703616771312
    • 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 Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Questions about V31 GNC

Does V31 GNC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V31 GNC is valid until 25 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on V31 GNC?
The MOT on V31 GNC is valid until 25 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V31 GNC done?
V31 GNC was recorded at 109,045 miles at its MOT on 26 Oct 2026, an average of 9,322 miles a year.
Has V31 GNC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V31 GNC has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on V31 GNC 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 V31 GNC find?
V31 GNC passed its latest MOT on 26 Oct 2026 with 5 advisories: front sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside rear lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside rear lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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