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ET57 URV

2008 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,086 mi
Last recorded76,086 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 3 Oct 2025 76,086 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 73,871 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 66,303 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 58,344 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 54,581 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2020 52,020 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 49,360 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2018 46,683 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 43,496 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 41,262 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 37,873 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 34,381 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 30,791 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 30,789 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 25,712 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 7 Jun 2011 19,640 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 URV is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 ET57 URV, 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 ET57 URV registered?

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

Is ET57 URV safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET57 URV shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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