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VEZ 3497

2008 Mazda 3 Takara

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,001 mi
Last recorded57,001 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVEZ 3497
MakeMazda
Model3 Takara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 10 Mar 2026 57,001 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 55,554 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 54,485 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 83,068 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 49,861 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 46,255 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 44,079 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 42,362 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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VEZ 3497 is a 2008 Mazda 3 Takara in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VEZ 3497, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VEZ 3497 registered?

VEZ 3497 is a 2008 Mazda 3 Takara, first registered on 25 October 2008.

Is VEZ 3497 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VEZ 3497 shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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