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EF08 DHY

2008 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

56,038 mi
Last recorded56,038 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF08 DHY
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2021 56,038 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play dust cover deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2020 55,104 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 51,881 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 48,272 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 43,736 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 39,603 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 35,164 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 30,298 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 26,552 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2013 26,549 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Feb 2012 23,194 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2011 21,158 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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EF08 DHY is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 EF08 DHY, 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

How do I check the history of EF08 DHY?

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What year was EF08 DHY registered?

EF08 DHY is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 9 June 2008.

Is EF08 DHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF08 DHY shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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