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AX08 NGF

2008 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

109,284 mi
Last recorded109,284 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX08 NGF
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 109,284 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

corrosion evident susspension links,arms,rods etc

Pass 16 Dec 2024 105,994 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

corrosion evident suspension links/rods/arms etc

Pass 11 Dec 2023 102,781 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 11 Dec 2023 102,781 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2022 98,189 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Nov 2022 98,189 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flex (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 93,582 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2021 93,576 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 90,755 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2019 86,710 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 81,046 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 70,436 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 62,576 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 55,230 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 47,939 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 42,124 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 35,380 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 29,467 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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AX08 NGF is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 NGF, 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 NGF registered?

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

Is AX08 NGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX08 NGF shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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