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DG58 VCL

2008 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

98,651 mi
Last recorded98,651 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2020
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG58 VCL
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2020 98,651 miles

Plastic under tray obscuring the view of some components

Rear section of exhaust corroded, but not leaking

Underbody and suspension units corroded

Various body and bumper damage

Fail 24 Jan 2020 98,651 miles

Plastic under tray obscuring the view of some components

Rear section of exhaust corroded, but not leaking

Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Underbody and suspension units corroded

Various body and bumper damage

Pass 25 Jan 2019 92,534 miles

Engine sump corroded, but not leaking

Underbody and suspension units corroded

Various body and bumper damage

Pass 13 Feb 2018 89,111 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 87,174 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 73,553 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2016 73,553 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 62,919 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 62,919 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2014 52,630 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 42,899 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 31,677 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 21 Sep 2011 20,360 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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DG58 VCL is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DG58 VCL, 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 DG58 VCL registered?

DG58 VCL is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is DG58 VCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG58 VCL shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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