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TEZ 5521

2008 Mazda 3 Takara

Red Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

85,449 mi
Last recorded85,449 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTEZ 5521
MakeMazda
Model3 Takara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 85,449 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 79,555 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 73,360 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2023 73,355 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2022 66,085 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 59,717 miles
Fail 3 May 2021 59,557 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 51,313 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 43,038 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 37,695 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 3 Takara?

Based on 697 MOT tests across 106 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
5,483
Miles/Year
106
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt 2
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2
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TEZ 5521 is a 2008 Mazda 3 Takara in Red with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Mazda 3 Takara fails its MOT is anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, accounting for 2 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TEZ 5521, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TEZ 5521?

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What year was TEZ 5521 registered?

TEZ 5521 is a 2008 Mazda 3 Takara, first registered on 20 May 2008.

Is TEZ 5521 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TEZ 5521 shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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