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YL08 MJJ

2008 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

107,162 mi
Last recorded107,162 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL08 MJJ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 24 Mar 2026 107,162 miles

middle section of exhaust has small pin hole blowing

Pass 17 Mar 2025 104,133 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 97,962 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 91,892 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 86,620 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 82,828 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 78,239 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 73,670 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2018 69,889 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 65,223 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 60,945 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 50,854 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 43,180 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 32,006 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 23,706 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 15,422 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 MJJ is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests 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 MJJ, 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 MJJ registered?

YL08 MJJ is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 28 July 2008.

Is YL08 MJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL08 MJJ shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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