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YE57 VXO

2008 Mazda 3

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

162,286 mi
Last recorded162,286 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2017
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE57 VXO
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2017 162,286 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak ()

Pass 30 Jan 2016 158,290 miles

both front lower arms rear bushes have slight play

Pass 31 Jan 2015 153,148 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2015 153,148 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 30 Jan 2014 148,606 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2013 144,814 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 137,476 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2011 106,898 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 29 Jan 2011 106,898 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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YE57 VXO is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YE57 VXO, 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 YE57 VXO registered?

YE57 VXO is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is YE57 VXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE57 VXO shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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