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AB08 ADV

2008 Mazda 3

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

108,649 mi
Last recorded108,649 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 ADV
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2018 108,649 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2018 108,649 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 100,067 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 91,542 miles

n/s lower corner windscreen cracked.

Pass 23 Jun 2015 84,301 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 73,781 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 61,601 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 48,420 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 32,644 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 3?

Based on 2,040,939 MOT tests across 164,053 vehicles.

77.5%
Pass Rate
6,292
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
164,053
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 40,716
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18,089
position lamp(s) not working 17,568
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 13,995
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 11,940
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AB08 ADV is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 66,871 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 40,716 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AB08 ADV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 3 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Mazda 3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AB08 ADV registered?

AB08 ADV is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is AB08 ADV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 ADV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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