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EA08 YPR

2008 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

135,987 mi
Last recorded135,987 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA08 YPR
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 135,987 miles

Central Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))

Fail 28 Jul 2025 135,987 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Central Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 131,753 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 126,386 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 120,744 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2021 114,005 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 108,928 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2020 108,928 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2019 104,224 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 98,801 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 94,871 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 91,304 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 87,980 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 83,654 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 9 Sep 2013 77,160 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 66,732 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 51,845 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2011 51,845 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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 YPR is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YPR, 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 EA08 YPR registered?

EA08 YPR is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 12 May 2008.

Is EA08 YPR safe to buy?

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