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YA57 GBZ

2008 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

75,720 mi
Last recorded75,720 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA57 GBZ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 75,720 miles

Nearside Rear lamp lens damaged

slightly underbody corrosion

Pass 27 Nov 2024 74,732 miles

Nearside Rear lamp assembly lens damaged still operational

general underbody corrosion

Fail 22 Nov 2024 74,725 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Front Body component likely to become detached grille (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear lamp assembly lens damaged still operational

general underbody corrosion

Pass 4 Dec 2023 73,223 miles

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

Nearside Rear tral lamp outer lens broken

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

all four jacking seals corroded

front bonnet grill loose

general corrosion under car

Fail 4 Dec 2023 73,223 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear tral lamp outer lens broken

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

all four jacking seals corroded

front bonnet grill loose

general corrosion under car

Pass 30 Nov 2022 69,439 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2021 66,521 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Feb 2021 64,246 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2021 64,244 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Bonnet grill insicure

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

Pass 10 Feb 2020 62,176 miles

Front grill insicure

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

Fail 10 Feb 2020 62,176 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front grill insicure

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

Pass 11 Feb 2019 59,369 miles

Bonnet grill insicure

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2018 56,811 miles

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 54,045 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2017 54,031 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Bonnet grill insecure

Pass 8 Feb 2016 51,511 miles

Front grill insecure

Fail 9 Feb 2015 48,995 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 48,995 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Feb 2014 46,470 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

nearside front wiper starting to split

small cracks starting in offside rear tyre sidewall

Pass 11 Feb 2013 43,744 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 40,838 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Pass 15 Feb 2011 38,348 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 36,724 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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YA57 GBZ is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 YA57 GBZ, 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 YA57 GBZ registered?

YA57 GBZ is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 23 January 2008.

Is YA57 GBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA57 GBZ shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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