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BG08 EPZ

2008 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

151,120 mi
Last recorded151,120 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 EPZ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 151,120 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2024 135,162 miles

sump corroded

Pass 21 Oct 2023 120,947 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

sump corroded

Pass 17 Oct 2022 106,093 miles

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

offside rear seat belt not fully inspected due to child seat fitted at time of test

Pass 27 Oct 2021 88,420 miles

oil leak

Fail 25 Oct 2021 88,415 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Emissions not tested no oil (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

oil leak

Pass 14 Oct 2020 65,139 miles

Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides inner sill towards back (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 50,977 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 45,088 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 40,095 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 34,472 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 29,078 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 24,569 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 19,656 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 16,107 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 13,009 miles

osf tyre tyre wall breakdown (Has been driven on a flat) 205 55 r16 91v bridgestone

wipers causing smear but are clearing requires cleaning

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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BG08 EPZ is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 BG08 EPZ, 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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BG08 EPZ is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 13 June 2008.

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