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SO08 LMY

2008 Mazda 3 Takara

Grey Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2023
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

215,534 mi
Last recorded215,534 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO08 LMY
MakeMazda
Model3 Takara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2022 215,534 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2022 214,765 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 190,506 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 171,323 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2018 170,532 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 3 Takara?

Based on 697 MOT tests across 106 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
5,483
Miles/Year
106
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt 2
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2
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SO08 LMY is a 2008 Mazda 3 Takara in Grey with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

The most common reason a Mazda 3 Takara fails its MOT is anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, accounting for 2 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SO08 LMY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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What year was SO08 LMY registered?

SO08 LMY is a 2008 Mazda 3 Takara, first registered on 30 August 2008.

Is SO08 LMY safe to buy?

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