CarVerify
CarVerify
Sign in Check a vehicle

Free Car Check

DRP 108T

1978 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1600cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2016
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,611 mi
Last recorded34,611 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2015
4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRP 108T
MakeMazda
Model3
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
View full Mazda 3 reliability data Browse other 1978 Mazda 3 registrations

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

1 pass
Pass 29 Sep 2015 34,611 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
Full Mazda 3 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Get full report — £4.99 Single check — £9.99
£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DRP 108T is a 1978 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DRP 108T, 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 48 years old, this Mazda 3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DRP 108T?

You can check the full history of DRP 108T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DRP 108T registered?

DRP 108T is a 1978 Mazda 3, first registered on 2 November 1978.

Is DRP 108T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRP 108T shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DRP 108T have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DRP 108T. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.