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YG58 BUE

2008 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

57,198 mi
Last recorded57,198 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG58 BUE
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 57,198 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Rear Bracket corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective front bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner and Outer Sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner and Outer Sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Underbody Corrosion Front and Rear

Various Suspension components corroded front and rear

Fail 26 Nov 2025 57,186 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

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

Exhaust mounting defective Rear Bracket corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective front bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner and Outer Sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner and Outer Sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Underbody Corrosion Front and Rear

Various Suspension components corroded front and rear

Pass 28 Nov 2024 52,658 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 51,710 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2023 49,694 miles

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

Fail 10 Jan 2023 49,694 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements broken (0.1 (d))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Jan 2022 47,998 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 46,742 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2021 46,740 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Pass 10 Jan 2020 45,326 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 43,100 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2019 43,099 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jan 2018 41,355 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 36,820 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 35,977 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 32,934 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2014 30,209 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 14 Jan 2014 30,209 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 25,973 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2013 25,973 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 23 Jan 2012 20,533 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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YG58 BUE is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YG58 BUE, 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 YG58 BUE registered?

YG58 BUE is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 3 September 2008.

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