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AX08 CFY

2008 Mazda 3

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

139,928 mi
Last recorded139,928 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX08 CFY
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2017 139,928 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

possible intermitant brake servo fault

Pass 5 Jul 2016 125,877 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 5 Jul 2016 125,877 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 108,517 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 108,517 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2014 93,614 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 77,196 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 60,745 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2011 47,450 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2011 47,450 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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AX08 CFY is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 AX08 CFY, 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 AX08 CFY registered?

AX08 CFY is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is AX08 CFY safe to buy?

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