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DE08 BYM

2008 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

98,730 mi
Last recorded98,730 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE08 BYM
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2020 98,730 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 97,393 miles

Front heat shield damaged above catylist

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear subframe corroded

Pass 11 Sep 2018 95,042 miles

exhaust heat shield deterated

Fail 11 Sep 2018 95,041 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

exhaust heat shield deterated

Pass 1 Jul 2017 91,728 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2016 87,887 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2015 70,928 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 64,974 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 55,006 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

brake disc's front/rear have slight marks

Pass 27 Sep 2012 45,468 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 39,027 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 25,231 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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DE08 BYM is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 DE08 BYM, 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 DE08 BYM registered?

DE08 BYM is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is DE08 BYM safe to buy?

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