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VEZ 1603

2008 Mazda 3 Takara

Blue Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

108,694 mi
Last recorded108,694 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVEZ 1603
MakeMazda
Model3 Takara
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 108,694 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 104,614 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2024 104,483 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 98,526 miles
Fail 17 May 2023 98,339 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 91,906 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 86,421 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 82,345 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 78,909 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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VEZ 1603 is a 2008 Mazda 3 Takara in Blue with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VEZ 1603, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VEZ 1603?

You can check the full history of VEZ 1603 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VEZ 1603 registered?

VEZ 1603 is a 2008 Mazda 3 Takara, first registered on 6 October 2008.

Is VEZ 1603 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VEZ 1603 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VEZ 1603 have outstanding finance?

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