The road tax status for BD08 SFX is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for BD08 SFX?

The MOT for BD08 SFX is valid and due for renewal on or before 2 July 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of BD08 SFX?

The recorded mileage for BD08 SFX is 126,357 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is BD08 SFX ULEZ compliant?

Yes, BD08 SFX (MAZDA 3) meets Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) standards and is exempt from daily ULEZ charges in London.

Official DVLA Record

2008 Mazda 3 1.6L Petrol · BD08 SFX

BD08 SFX

2008 Mazda 3 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 05/06/2008. Recorded mileage 126,357 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: MAZDA 3
Year / Origin: 2008 · Birmingham
MOT Status: Valid until 02/07/2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 126,357 mi
ULEZ Compliance: ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 02/07/2025

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Mileage: 126,357 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2008
Engine: 1598cc

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BD08 SFX Key Findings

4 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 04/07/2024
126,357 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
9 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (8 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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BD08 SFX Mileage History

27/06/2022114,802 mi
22/06/2023120,176 mi+5,374 mi
02/07/2024126,356 mi+6,180 mi
04/07/2024126,357 mi+1 mi

Average of roughly 5,718 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

BD08 SFX MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 12 Sept 2026, 10:31

MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Mazda 3 (BD08 SFX) between June 2022 and July 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 04 July 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (8 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Steering (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 22 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust silencer insecure middle section heat shield insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))”; “Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively o/s n/s smearing (3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Rear Exhaust system insecure Mid section broken (6.1.2 (a))”.

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