2016 Mazda 3 2.2L Diesel · LL65 VLJ
2016 Mazda 3 (2.2L, diesel). First registered 01 Jan 2016. Recorded mileage 78,571 miles. MOT valid until 02 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA 3
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 78,571 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LL65 VLJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/01/2026
- 78,571 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (2 mentions)
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LL65 VLJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Mazda 3 (LL65 VLJ) between August 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 30 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))”.
LL65 VLJ Mileage History
- 11/08/202367,343 mi
- 30/08/202470,404 mi+3,061 mi
- 31/01/202570,536 mi+132 mi
- 03/02/202570,563 mi+27 mi
- 30/01/202678,571 mi+8,008 mi
Average of roughly 4,541 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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