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DG08 XWB

2008 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

118,878 mi
Last recorded118,878 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 XWB
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2017 118,878 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2016 110,549 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 100,370 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 92,671 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 83,843 miles

offside rear tyre tread wearing low

Fail 19 Jun 2013 83,811 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

offside rear tyre tread wearing low

Pass 21 Jun 2012 68,831 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2011 52,497 miles

n/s/f brake discs heavy score marks

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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DG08 XWB is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DG08 XWB, 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 DG08 XWB registered?

DG08 XWB is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is DG08 XWB safe to buy?

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