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BJ08 HSC

2008 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

128,902 mi
Last recorded128,902 miles
Recorded on22 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 HSC
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2023 128,902 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

front discs worn

Fail 22 May 2023 128,902 miles

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

front discs worn

Pass 14 May 2022 123,041 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 18 May 2021 109,568 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 97,975 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 83,937 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 70,871 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2017 61,283 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 54,578 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2015 48,656 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 41,668 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 36,491 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2012 29,244 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 22,335 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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BJ08 HSC is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BJ08 HSC, 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 BJ08 HSC registered?

BJ08 HSC is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 4 April 2008.

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