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BG57 URF

2008 Mazda 3

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

84,339 mi
Last recorded84,339 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG57 URF
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2018 84,339 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Feb 2017 73,006 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Feb 2017 73,005 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2016 60,189 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 46,129 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 36,848 miles

both front tyres uneven wearing wearing on edges

Pass 22 Jan 2011 27,500 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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BG57 URF is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BG57 URF, 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 BG57 URF registered?

BG57 URF is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is BG57 URF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG57 URF shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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