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ET57 GXO

2008 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

45,251 mi
Last recorded45,251 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET57 GXO
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 45,251 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 44,037 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2023 42,076 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2023 42,076 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2022 40,289 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 38,500 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 36,639 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 35,133 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 32,659 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 30,311 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 27,890 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 25,398 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 23,103 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Nov 2013 20,682 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 18,040 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 15,362 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 12,338 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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ET57 GXO is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 ET57 GXO, 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 ET57 GXO?

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What year was ET57 GXO registered?

ET57 GXO is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is ET57 GXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET57 GXO shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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