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CF02 BCF

2008 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

72,981 mi
Last recorded72,981 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2018
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF02 BCF
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2018 72,981 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2016 62,769 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2016 62,769 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2015 46,746 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 41,888 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 36,313 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2012 30,340 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 23,794 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 23,158 miles

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

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

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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CF02 BCF is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 CF02 BCF, 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 CF02 BCF registered?

CF02 BCF is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 16 July 2008.

Is CF02 BCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for CF02 BCF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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