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DE08 MVX

2008 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2020
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,628 mi
Last recorded51,628 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2019
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE08 MVX
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 12 Nov 2019 51,628 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 41,400 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 33,573 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge. (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2016 25,444 miles

Nearside wiper blade poor

Pass 18 Aug 2015 25,081 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 24,861 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 24,593 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 23,524 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 21,894 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 20,983 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 MVX is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MVX, 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 DE08 MVX registered?

DE08 MVX is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 21 April 2008.

Is DE08 MVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE08 MVX shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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