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WR08 FFH

2008 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

98,352 mi
Last recorded98,352 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2020
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR08 FFH
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2020 98,352 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2020 98,349 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2017 97,309 miles

Front Oil leak

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Mounting bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Mounting bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Bad inner wear also cracks in between tread due to age (4.1.E.1)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 86,338 miles

engine light on at time of test

rear brake discs worn/corroded

rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 1 May 2015 75,138 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine light on at time of test

Fail 30 Apr 2015 75,135 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine light on at time of test

Pass 30 Apr 2014 67,859 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

engine light on at time of test

Pass 30 Apr 2013 55,303 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 38,021 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 29,256 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 3?

Based on 2,040,939 MOT tests across 164,053 vehicles.

77.5%
Pass Rate
6,292
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
164,053
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 40,716
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18,089
position lamp(s) not working 17,568
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 13,995
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 11,940
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WR08 FFH is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 66,871 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 40,716 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WR08 FFH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WR08 FFH registered?

WR08 FFH is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is WR08 FFH safe to buy?

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