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YD08 NHC

2008 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

65,887 mi
Last recorded65,887 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD08 NHC
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 65,887 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear lower arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

centre and rear sections of exhaust corroded thin

covers and under trays fitted stopping full inspection

Fail 17 Sep 2025 65,887 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear lower arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

centre and rear sections of exhaust corroded thin

covers and under trays fitted stopping full inspection

Pass 3 Oct 2024 56,512 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin outer pads thin , unable to see inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear lower arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

covers and under trays fitted stopping full inspection

Pass 15 Sep 2023 46,098 miles

COVERS AND UNDER TRAYS FITTED STOPPING FULL INSPECTION

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

Fail 14 Sep 2023 46,098 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

COVERS AND UNDER TRAYS FITTED STOPPING FULL INSPECTION

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195-65-15H LUMPY AROUND TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 38,420 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 29,877 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Sep 2021 29,877 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 195-65-15h split (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195-65-15h worn and cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195-65-15h cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 24,882 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 24,763 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2019 24,402 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 24,040 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 23,682 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 23,162 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 22,412 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 21,469 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 19,821 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 17,513 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 14,477 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 NHC is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 NHC, 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 YD08 NHC registered?

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

Is YD08 NHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD08 NHC shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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