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BK08 XJX

2008 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

61,690 mi
Last recorded61,690 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2017
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2017 61,690 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 53,807 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2015 47,022 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2014 39,297 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 39,297 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 32,117 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

traction control warning light on

Pass 26 Mar 2012 25,861 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 18,718 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 XJX is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 XJX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK08 XJX registered?

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

Is BK08 XJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK08 XJX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BK08 XJX have outstanding finance?

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