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YS08 UXT

2008 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

96,964 mi
Last recorded96,964 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS08 UXT
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 96,964 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2025 96,964 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 93,371 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2023 89,621 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2022 85,351 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 81,159 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 75,750 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2020 75,750 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 68,661 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 64,853 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 62,623 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre cracking on outer sidewall

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre cracking on outer sidewall

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 59,281 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 56,052 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 52,858 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 49,787 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 46,693 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 41,669 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 41,669 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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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YS08 UXT is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 YS08 UXT, 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 YS08 UXT registered?

YS08 UXT is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 2 July 2008.

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