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LA08 LME

2008 Mazda CX-7

Black Petrol 2261cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

88,796 mi
Last recorded88,796 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2017
Typical for 2008 Mazda CX-766,816 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA08 LME
MakeMazda
ModelCX-7
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,261cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2017 88,796 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 29 Apr 2017 88,796 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 87,204 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2016 86,972 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 77,982 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2015 77,874 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 709,164 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 64,440 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 64,440 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Jul 2012 56,327 miles

child seat in o/s/f unable to check seat belt

Pass 19 Jul 2011 46,784 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Mazda CX-7?

Based on 44,043 MOT tests across 3,131 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
6,890
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
3,131
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 1,334
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 756
position lamp(s) not working 597
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 573
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 441
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LA08 LME is a 2008 Mazda CX-7 in Black with a 2,261cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2008 Mazda CX-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 66,816 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mazda CX-7 fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 1,334 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LA08 LME, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda CX-7 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Mazda CX-7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LA08 LME registered?

LA08 LME is a 2008 Mazda CX-7, first registered on 18 July 2008.

Is LA08 LME safe to buy?

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