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VKZ 6973

2008 Mazda 3 Takara

Grey Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2024
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

139,267 mi
Last recorded139,267 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVKZ 6973
MakeMazda
Model3 Takara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2023 139,267 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2023 139,226 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2022 127,267 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 111,825 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 89,917 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 76,417 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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VKZ 6973 is a 2008 Mazda 3 Takara in Grey with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VKZ 6973, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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What year was VKZ 6973 registered?

VKZ 6973 is a 2008 Mazda 3 Takara, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is VKZ 6973 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VKZ 6973 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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