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DF08 KXK

2008 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

97,170 mi
Last recorded97,170 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF08 KXK
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 97,170 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body and suspension (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2025 93,006 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 89,982 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 84,956 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2022 82,061 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged insecure

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 80,428 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 78,525 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2020 78,521 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear inner bush of arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear inner bush of arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 75,259 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 70,357 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2018 70,357 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

all tyres perishing

Pass 13 Jul 2017 64,816 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2016 59,182 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2015 52,409 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 43,695 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 33,513 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 24,187 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 15,113 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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DF08 KXK is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 DF08 KXK, 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 DF08 KXK registered?

DF08 KXK is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 18 August 2008.

Is DF08 KXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF08 KXK shows 18 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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