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BK08 VYC

2008 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

54,220 mi
Last recorded54,220 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2019
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 VYC
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2019 54,220 miles

Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both spring area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills rusted (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 9 Dec 2019 54,215 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor and inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both spring area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills rusted (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2019 49,402 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 43,996 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 39,070 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 34,219 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 29,791 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 25,966 miles

2 x rear tyres have cracks in tread

Pass 17 Apr 2013 22,260 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 18,047 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 14,422 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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BK08 VYC is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BK08 VYC, 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 BK08 VYC registered?

BK08 VYC is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is BK08 VYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK08 VYC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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