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AX08 LJC

2008 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

64,033 mi
Last recorded64,033 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX08 LJC
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 64,033 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2025 61,943 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2024 58,222 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2023 55,359 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 52,887 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 49,955 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 45,436 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 42,914 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 39,468 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 35,990 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 33,448 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 29,815 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2015 29,815 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 27,417 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Aug 2013 23,094 miles

Front tyres wearing on inner edge

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Aug 2012 19,140 miles

both front tyres are perrishing/splitting

Fail 10 Aug 2011 14,713 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

offside front tyre has deep cut in tread

Pass 10 Aug 2011 14,713 miles

offside front tyre has deep cut in tread

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 LJC is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 AX08 LJC, 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 LJC registered?

AX08 LJC is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 22 August 2008.

Is AX08 LJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX08 LJC shows 18 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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