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VLZ 3568

2008 Mazda 3 Ts

Silver Other 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

116,175 mi
Last recorded116,175 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLZ 3568
MakeMazda
Model3 Ts
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 116,175 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2025 115,573 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2024 101,452 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 98,523 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 93,439 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 88,949 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 74,750 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 63,254 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2018 63,194 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 50,871 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 3 Ts?

Based on 3,615 MOT tests across 798 vehicles.

79.8%
Pass Rate
5,793
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
798
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 5
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4
position lamp(s) not working 4
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 3
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VLZ 3568 is a 2008 Mazda 3 Ts in Silver with a 1,349cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Mazda 3 Ts fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VLZ 3568, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 3 Ts typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Mazda 3 Ts is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VLZ 3568 registered?

VLZ 3568 is a 2008 Mazda 3 Ts, first registered on 19 February 2008.

Is VLZ 3568 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLZ 3568 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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