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UEZ 5496

2008 Mazda 3 Takara

Red Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

120,572 mi
Last recorded120,572 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUEZ 5496
MakeMazda
Model3 Takara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 120,572 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2025 111,424 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2023 102,363 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 93,940 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 82,373 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2021 76,464 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 61,850 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 53,661 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2018 53,623 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 46,579 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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UEZ 5496 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 UEZ 5496, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UEZ 5496?

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What year was UEZ 5496 registered?

UEZ 5496 is a 2008 Mazda 3 Takara, first registered on 29 July 2008.

Is UEZ 5496 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UEZ 5496 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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