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AU58 TYP

2008 Mazda 3

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2013
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,412 mi
Last recorded42,412 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2012
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU58 TYP
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2012 42,412 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 42,412 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 36,662 miles

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

Offside Rear 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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AU58 TYP is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AU58 TYP, 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

How do I check the history of AU58 TYP?

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What year was AU58 TYP registered?

AU58 TYP is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 3 September 2008.

Is AU58 TYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU58 TYP shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AU58 TYP have outstanding finance?

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