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BP57 PVO

2008 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2017
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

143,638 mi
Last recorded143,638 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2016
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP57 PVO
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2016 143,638 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Fail 28 Jan 2016 143,637 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement back bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 23 Jan 2015 130,579 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2015 130,579 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2014 112,651 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2013 98,979 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2013 98,979 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Dec 2011 81,519 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2011 81,519 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Feb 2011 65,937 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2011 65,937 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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BP57 PVO is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 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 BP57 PVO, 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 BP57 PVO registered?

BP57 PVO is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is BP57 PVO safe to buy?

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