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YA08 VWH

2008 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

154,389 mi
Last recorded154,389 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA08 VWH
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Fail 6 Dec 2024 154,389 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced both sides (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 145,074 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 139,906 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 135,058 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 131,201 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 126,296 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 119,675 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 112,240 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 104,613 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 95,082 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 82,238 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 70,148 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 60,346 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 52,321 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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YA08 VWH is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 YA08 VWH, 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.

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What year was YA08 VWH registered?

YA08 VWH is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 26 June 2008.

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