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AP08 RGP

2008 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

104,245 mi
Last recorded104,245 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 RGP
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 104,245 miles

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

Central Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe and suspension corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Central Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe and suspension corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of body corroded from bulkhead to rear panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 99,151 miles

Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under side of body corroded but not weakened (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2024 94,177 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2023 89,947 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 84,198 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 82,636 miles

Nearside Front brake pads 80% worn

underbody inner sills and some suspension components have surface corrosion

Pass 14 Feb 2020 80,781 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 77,692 miles

Nearside Front fog lamp lens broken

Pass 28 Feb 2018 72,716 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 66,633 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 58,973 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 52,001 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front bottom arm rear bushes perishing

nearside front fog lamp broken

Pass 4 Mar 2014 44,279 miles

nearside front fog lamp damaged

Pass 26 Feb 2013 37,278 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 29,650 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2012 29,649 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

both front tyres worn on inside

Pass 16 Feb 2011 21,962 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 RGP is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 AP08 RGP, 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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AP08 RGP is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 3 March 2008.

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