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AO08 AOK

2008 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2022
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

113,177 mi
Last recorded113,177 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 AOK
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 13 Dec 2021 113,177 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2021 110,458 miles

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

tyres wearing on edge

very slight movement in nsr drop link

Pass 5 Feb 2020 106,410 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2019 99,196 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 91,049 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Feb 2017 82,318 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 73,274 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 64,557 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 54,358 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 44,916 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 36,488 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 20,122 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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AO08 AOK is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 AO08 AOK, 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 AO08 AOK registered?

AO08 AOK is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is AO08 AOK safe to buy?

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