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L657 SGW

2008 Mazda MX-3

Silver Petrol 1830cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

81,021 mi
Last recorded81,021 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL657 SGW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,830cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2016 81,021 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2015
Pass 1 May 2014 78,024 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 121,563 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 28 Apr 2011 120,750 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 120,750 miles

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 89,623 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 89,093 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 53,952 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 30,427 miles

centre brake light not working.

How Reliable is the Mazda MX-3?

Based on 67,760 MOT tests across 8,694 vehicles.

63.9%
Pass Rate
4,237
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
8,694
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,172
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,102
constant velocity joint gaiter split 3,642
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,510
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,968
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L657 SGW is a 2008 Mazda MX-3 in Silver with a 1,830cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Mazda MX-3 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 4,172 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L657 SGW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX-3 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 18 years old, this Mazda MX-3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L657 SGW registered?

L657 SGW is a 2008 Mazda MX-3, first registered on 7 May 2008.

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