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BF08 AMK

2008 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

132,753 mi
Last recorded132,753 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Mazda 366,871 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 AMK
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2023 132,753 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both side (4.1.1 (b) (i))

under vehicle croson

Fail 2 Sep 2023 132,753 miles

Brake pressure/vacuum build up too slow (1.1.3 (b))

Front Headlamp aim too low Both side (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both side (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 120,937 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both side (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 107,794 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2020 99,339 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear sub frame corroded

general under body rust

Pass 22 Aug 2019 95,009 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2 seats fitted ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

general under tray fitted

Fail 22 Aug 2019 95,005 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2 seats fitted ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

general under tray fitted

Pass 30 Jul 2018 90,389 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 83,958 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 75,184 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 72,526 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both lower rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

front tyres are wearing low on inner edge

Pass 17 Feb 2015 64,475 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 54,354 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2013 45,914 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 36,387 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 25,872 miles

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

Offside Front 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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BF08 AMK is a 2008 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 BF08 AMK, 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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BF08 AMK is a 2008 Mazda 3, first registered on 3 March 2008.

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