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CP08 XVZ

2008 Mazda 3

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

134,261 mi
Last recorded134,261 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2017
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP08 XVZ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2017 134,261 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 122,244 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2015 103,103 miles

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

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 2 Jul 2015 103,103 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 96,682 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 84,926 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2012 70,340 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2011 55,423 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2011 55,420 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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 XVZ is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 XVZ, 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 XVZ registered?

CP08 XVZ is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is CP08 XVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP08 XVZ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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