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BN08 AUK

2008 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2015
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,257 mi
Last recorded33,257 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2014
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 AUK
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 6 Jan 2014 33,257 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 32,848 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Feb 2012 20,195 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 14,009 miles

Underbody covers fitted restricting view of some components.

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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BN08 AUK is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 BN08 AUK, 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

How do I check the history of BN08 AUK?

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What year was BN08 AUK registered?

BN08 AUK is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is BN08 AUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN08 AUK shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BN08 AUK have outstanding finance?

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