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YL08 GZU

2008 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2012
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,211 mi
Last recorded33,211 miles
Recorded on20 May 2011
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL08 GZU
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 20 May 2011 33,211 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 GZU is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GZU, 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 YL08 GZU registered?

YL08 GZU is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 11 July 2008.

Is YL08 GZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL08 GZU shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YL08 GZU have outstanding finance?

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