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AE08 FDS

2008 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,560 mi
Last recorded51,560 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 FDS
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 19 Aug 2025 51,560 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 50,179 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 49,173 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 48,109 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 46,909 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 46,029 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 45,345 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 44,580 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 43,833 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 42,564 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 40,304 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 38,507 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 36,437 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 34,518 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 26,994 miles

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

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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AE08 FDS is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AE08 FDS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE08 FDS?

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What year was AE08 FDS registered?

AE08 FDS is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is AE08 FDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 FDS shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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