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BL58 RFJ

2008 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2023
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

104,117 mi
Last recorded104,117 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL58 RFJ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 12 Jul 2022 104,117 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 99,126 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 96,122 miles

corrosion on all four brake disc's

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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BL58 RFJ is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BL58 RFJ, 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 BL58 RFJ registered?

BL58 RFJ is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 12 November 2008.

Is BL58 RFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL58 RFJ shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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