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YT08 FDM

2008 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2022
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

139,408 mi
Last recorded139,408 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT08 FDM
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2021 139,408 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 134,265 miles

UNDERNEATH BODY RUSTY

Pass 24 Jan 2020 129,073 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2019 115,145 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jan 2019 115,145 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2018 102,672 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2018 102,672 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jan 2017 91,377 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2017 91,377 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Dec 2015 78,196 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Jan 2015 71,786 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2015 71,786 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Jan 2014 60,794 miles

Coolant level low

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside front tyre tread cracked but not exposing ply or cords (195/65 R15 91H)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Jan 2014 60,794 miles

Coolant level low

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside front tyre tread cracked but not exposing ply or cords (195/65 R15 91H)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Sep 2012 44,840 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2012 44,838 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 30,541 miles

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

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

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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YT08 FDM is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 YT08 FDM, 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 YT08 FDM registered?

YT08 FDM is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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