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AP08 EPX

2008 Mazda 3

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2014
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

193,212 mi
Last recorded193,212 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2013
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 EPX
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2013 193,212 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

O/S/F tyre worn low on inner & outer edges of tread areas

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 30 May 2013 193,154 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

O/S/F tyre worn low on inner & outer edges of tread areas

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 146,970 miles

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

Fail 14 Jun 2012 146,970 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 2 Jun 2011 102,260 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 102,260 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 27 May 2010

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 27 May 2010
Fail 2 Jun 2009 28,636 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2009 28,636 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 3 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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AP08 EPX is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 AP08 EPX, 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 AP08 EPX registered?

AP08 EPX is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 4 June 2008.

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