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EA08 FLX

2008 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2023
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,409 mi
Last recorded46,409 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA08 FLX
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 11 Jul 2022 46,409 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 42,172 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 42,150 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 41,666 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 41,062 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 39,880 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 37,232 miles

both rear tyres have cracks and cuts on inner and outer edges

Pass 19 Mar 2015 33,129 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 28,597 miles

n/s/r tyre splitting on outside edge

o/s/r tyre splitting on outside edge

Pass 6 Mar 2013 23,907 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 19,832 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 15,263 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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EA08 FLX is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EA08 FLX, 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 EA08 FLX registered?

EA08 FLX is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is EA08 FLX safe to buy?

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