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Mazda 3

Red · Petrol · 2009 · 2,261 cc

Y23 MPSMOT history

Y23 MPS is a red petrol Mazda 3 first used on 31 Jul 2009. Its MOT is valid until 10 Dec 2026 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 110,170 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2025.

Y23 MPS red Mazda 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda 3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Dec 2026
Mileage
110,170 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2025
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,700 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y23 MPS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,261 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
31 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y23 MPS was last recorded at 110,170 miles on 27 Nov 2025, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,163 miles · 14 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
6,700 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 110,170 miles
  • 2024 – 103,245 miles
  • 2023 – 96,547 miles
  • 2022 – 91,058 miles
  • 2021 – 86,025 miles
  • 2019 – 77,012 miles
  • 2018 – 70,083 miles
  • 2017 – 63,149 miles
  • 2016 – 48,727 miles
  • 2015 – 34,444 miles
  • 2014 – 30,265 miles
  • 2013 – 25,680 miles
  • 2012 – 20,537 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,170 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryExhaust corrodedRecorded at 3 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 12 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,170 miles (+7)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    110,170 miles
    Test number
    226672018019
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  2. Fail110,163 miles (+6,918)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,163 miles
    Test number
    325352167352
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  3. Pass103,245 miles (+6,698)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    103,245 miles
    Test number
    735600223811
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bearing stiff (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  4. Pass96,547 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    96,547 miles
    Test number
    264343164649
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion to under body

  5. Fail96,547 miles (+5,489)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,547 miles
    Test number
    585215166483
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion to under body

  6. Pass91,058 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    91,058 miles
    Test number
    928483678447
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail91,058 miles (+5,033)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,058 miles
    Test number
    453622690863
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass86,025 miles (+9,013)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    86,025 miles
    Test number
    230831930966

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass77,012 miles (+6,929)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    77,012 miles
    Test number
    518412623965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass70,083 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    70,083 miles
    Test number
    816961289875
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Fail70,083 miles (+6,934)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,083 miles
    Test number
    767329475794
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass63,149 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    63,149 miles
    Test number
    790768789832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail63,149 miles (+14,422)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,149 miles
    Test number
    405246978535
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

  14. Pass48,727 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    48,727 miles
    Test number
    819979916609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail48,700 miles (+14,256)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,700 miles
    Test number
    611749531173
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits high (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 have corrosion and scored (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass34,444 miles (+4,179)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    34,444 miles
    Test number
    876854095123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,265 miles (+4,585)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    30,265 miles
    Test number
    946612994183
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  18. Pass25,680 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    25,680 miles
    Test number
    755774703270
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteCuts in nearside rear tyre outer sidewall, no cords showing.
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  19. Fail25,680 miles (+5,143)4 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,680 miles
    Test number
    377474503233
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteCuts in nearside rear tyre outer sidewall, no cords showing.
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  20. Pass20,537 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    20,537 miles
    Test number
    237104592432
    • NoteCuts in front tyres outer sidewalls, no cords showing.

  21. Fail20,537 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,537 miles
    Test number
    969214992184
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteCuts in front tyres outer sidewalls, no cords showing.

Questions about Y23 MPS

Does Y23 MPS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y23 MPS is valid until 10 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y23 MPS?
The MOT on Y23 MPS is valid until 10 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y23 MPS done?
Y23 MPS was recorded at 110,170 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2025, an average of 6,700 miles a year.
Has Y23 MPS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y23 MPS has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on Y23 MPS 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 Y23 MPS find?
Y23 MPS passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2025 with 8 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 5 more.

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