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CP08 VKA

2008 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

90,930 mi
Last recorded90,930 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP08 VKA
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2019 90,930 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2019 90,926 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Sep 2017 84,104 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2016 70,885 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front and o/s/r (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 57,296 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2014 47,153 miles

slight wear in front discs

Pass 2 Aug 2013 39,443 miles

slight wear in front brake discs

Pass 7 Aug 2012 28,066 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 14,626 miles

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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CP08 VKA 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 CP08 VKA, 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 CP08 VKA registered?

CP08 VKA is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 24 July 2008.

Is CP08 VKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP08 VKA 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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