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YL08 GZT

2008 Mazda 3

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

100,580 mi
Last recorded100,580 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL08 GZT
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2019 100,580 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 100,095 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 100,084 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 96,483 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 86,131 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2016 86,131 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2015 77,217 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2014 71,823 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 71,823 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 64,525 miles

nearside front tyre worn to approx. 2.5mm

Pass 22 Jun 2012 56,142 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 47,293 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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YL08 GZT is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YL08 GZT, 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 YL08 GZT registered?

YL08 GZT is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 26 July 2008.

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The MOT history for YL08 GZT shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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