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TEZ 8481

2007 Mazda 3 TS2

Silver Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

80,994 mi
Last recorded80,994 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTEZ 8481
MakeMazda
Model3 TS2
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 80,994 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2025 80,970 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 78,800 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2024 78,760 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 75,995 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2023 75,920 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 71,968 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 69,565 miles
Fail 12 May 2021 69,515 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 63,811 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2019 63,754 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 62,176 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 61,056 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 3 TS2?

Based on 902 MOT tests across 167 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
5,942
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
167
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8
position lamp(s) not working 4
Stop lamp not working 3
Headlamp aim too high 2
Headlamp aim too low 2
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TEZ 8481 is a 2007 Mazda 3 TS2 in Silver with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

The most common reason a Mazda 3 TS2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TEZ 8481, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 3 TS2 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 19 years old, this Mazda 3 TS2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TEZ 8481 registered?

TEZ 8481 is a 2007 Mazda 3 TS2, first registered on 31 January 2007.

Is TEZ 8481 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TEZ 8481 shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TEZ 8481 have outstanding finance?

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