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YG08 FMV

2008 Mazda 3

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

145,537 mi
Last recorded145,537 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2020
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG08 FMV
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2020 145,537 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Exhaust rusty + hangers corroded all

Front Oil leak, but not excessive + engine sump rusty (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Jun 2020 145,537 miles

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

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Exhaust rusty + hangers corroded all

Front Oil leak, but not excessive + engine sump rusty (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 May 2019 138,750 miles

Central Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone mount (3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive sump pan area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective mounts corroded and weak (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 28 May 2019 138,750 miles

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

Central Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone mount (3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive sump pan area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective mounts corroded and weak (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 129,806 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 115,914 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 115,914 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 May 2016 102,854 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 102,854 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 May 2015 87,313 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 73,669 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2013 58,200 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2012 44,002 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 44,002 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 31,365 miles

both front tyres getting low on tread

Pass 10 Jan 2011 29,569 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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YG08 FMV is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YG08 FMV, 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 YG08 FMV registered?

YG08 FMV is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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