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CP08 WRA

2008 Mazda 3

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

121,681 mi
Last recorded121,681 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2015
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP08 WRA
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2015 121,681 miles

Nearside Front brake binding slightly

Fail 6 Oct 2015 121,681 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front brake binding slightly

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Oct 2014 101,842 miles

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

Oil leak

engine management light indicates a fault

Fail 8 Oct 2014 101,842 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

Oil leak

engine management light indicates a fault

Pass 30 Sep 2013 80,360 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2012 63,020 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 49,481 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 WRA is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 CP08 WRA, 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.

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What year was CP08 WRA registered?

CP08 WRA is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 23 June 2008.

Is CP08 WRA safe to buy?

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