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BN08 FYM

2008 Mazda 3

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

97,050 mi
Last recorded97,050 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 FYM
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2019 97,050 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 80,394 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2018 80,394 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working both (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Apr 2017 75,266 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 7 Apr 2017 75,266 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 13 Apr 2016 69,893 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both rear tyres at 3mm

engine oil leaks

Fail 13 Apr 2016 69,893 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both rear tyres at 3mm

engine oil leaks

Pass 11 Apr 2015 63,503 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 50,163 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 42,925 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 38,643 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 38,643 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 28,796 miles

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

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 FYM is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FYM, 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 BN08 FYM registered?

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

Is BN08 FYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN08 FYM shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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