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DN08 MXF

2008 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

92,091 mi
Last recorded92,091 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN08 MXF
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2022 92,091 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 81,112 miles

Front tyres wearing slightly on inner edges - more on offside / Nearside rear tyre has irregular wear on inner edge

Pass 20 Feb 2020 71,697 miles

Rear shockabsorbers may be slightly seeping

Pass 18 Feb 2019 65,838 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 57,035 miles

Rear disc pads more than 50% worn

Pass 23 Jan 2017 48,366 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 41,412 miles

FRONT BRAKE DISCS INNER FACES WORN

Pass 30 Jan 2015 32,509 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2015 32,509 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 28,344 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 21,301 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 16,666 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

plastic sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection on both outer sill

Fail 19 Apr 2011 12,185 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 12,185 miles

Offside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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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DN08 MXF is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DN08 MXF, 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 DN08 MXF registered?

DN08 MXF is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is DN08 MXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN08 MXF shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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