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YT08 FDY

2008 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

110,174 mi
Last recorded110,174 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2020
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT08 FDY
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2020 110,174 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

no coolant in header tank

Fail 8 Jul 2020 110,174 miles

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Body component likely to become detached radiator (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

no coolant in header tank

Pass 11 Mar 2019 96,541 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

damage not resulting in sharp edges to N/S/F bumper , N/S panels and rear bumper.

Pass 19 Feb 2018 85,312 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2 child seats ()

Pass 2 Feb 2017 74,606 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 5 Feb 2016 64,540 miles

child seat fitted

Pass 23 Jan 2015 54,479 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2014 43,989 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2013 32,378 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 26,540 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 21,884 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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YT08 FDY is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 YT08 FDY, 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 YT08 FDY registered?

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

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The MOT history for YT08 FDY shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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