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AV58 DHE

2008 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

61,024 mi
Last recorded61,024 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2016
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV58 DHE
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2016 61,024 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 59,237 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 54,271 miles

exhaust hangars are badly corroded

Pass 18 Oct 2013 46,430 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 40,748 miles

both rear tyres are worn on the inside shoulders

Fail 9 Oct 2012 40,748 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

both rear tyres are worn on the inside shoulders

both rear tyres are worn on the inside shoulders

Pass 5 Oct 2011 35,891 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 34,215 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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AV58 DHE is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AV58 DHE, 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 AV58 DHE registered?

AV58 DHE is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 18 September 2008.

Is AV58 DHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV58 DHE shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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