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AE57 UNS

2008 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 2261cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

102,872 mi
Last recorded102,872 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2013
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE57 UNS
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,261cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2013 102,872 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 84,820 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2012 84,820 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 70,519 miles

Front bumper insecure at LHF

Fail 4 Oct 2011 70,515 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front bumper insecure at LHF

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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AE57 UNS is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 2,261cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AE57 UNS, 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 AE57 UNS?

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What year was AE57 UNS registered?

AE57 UNS is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is AE57 UNS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE57 UNS shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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