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AX08 NGE

2008 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

105,647 mi
Last recorded105,647 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2021
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX08 NGE
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2021 105,647 miles

Front exhaust heat shield is deteriorating and loose

Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Oct 2021 105,642 miles

Central Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front exhaust heat shield is deteriorating and loose

Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 87,431 miles

front exhaust heat shield is deteriorating

Fail 21 Sep 2020 87,426 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

front exhaust heat shield is deteriorating

Pass 14 May 2019 65,694 miles
Fail 7 May 2019 65,690 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 58,866 miles

sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 13 Sep 2017 53,007 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2016 47,497 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 41,817 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 37,645 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 32,061 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 27,585 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 20,961 miles

Nearside Front 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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AX08 NGE is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 NGE, 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 NGE registered?

AX08 NGE is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 31 July 2008.

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