MOT Status
ValidMileage
151,120 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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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))
sump corroded
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
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
oil leak
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
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))
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)
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
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)
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?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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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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What year was BG08 EPZ registered?
BG08 EPZ is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 13 June 2008.
Is BG08 EPZ safe to buy?
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