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YG08 JHH

2008 Mazda 3

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

89,947 mi
Last recorded89,947 miles
Recorded on17 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG08 JHH
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2023 89,947 miles
Fail 17 May 2023 89,947 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2022 83,176 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 80,489 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 77,690 miles

Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2019 70,809 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 67,058 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 5 Jan 2017 64,145 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2017 64,145 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 Jan 2016 60,168 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 55,575 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2013 50,499 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 44,080 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2011 35,602 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 26,633 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 JHH is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YG08 JHH, 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 YG08 JHH registered?

YG08 JHH is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 14 March 2008.

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The MOT history for YG08 JHH shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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