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YD08 CVZ

2008 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

113,038 mi
Last recorded113,038 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD08 CVZ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2017 113,038 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2016 102,305 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2015 87,510 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2014 69,501 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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)

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2013 53,386 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2012 39,048 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 39,048 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 25,423 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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YD08 CVZ is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YD08 CVZ, 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 YD08 CVZ registered?

YD08 CVZ is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is YD08 CVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD08 CVZ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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