2008 Mazda 3 1.6L Petrol · CE08 KPP

The 2008 Mazda 3 presents a stable and well-maintained roadworthiness profile based on the available DVSA MOT records. The most recent test, conducted on 22 September 2023 at 133,428 miles, passed with zero defects recorded. This clean pass follows a pattern of consistent, trouble-free inspections, indicating no recurring mechanical or structural faults have emerged over the documented history. The maintenance trend is stable, with the vehicle demonstrating reliable compliance across multiple consecutive test cycles. The mileage accumulation of approximately 7,413 miles per year over 18 years is entirely typical for this age of vehicle and suggests regular, steady use rather than prolonged standing or unusually high annual mileage. Between the July 2022 pass at 130,705 miles and the September 2023 pass at 133,428 miles, the vehicle covered roughly 2,723 miles over 14 months, which aligns with normal usage. The record shows no significant gaps in testing frequency, with annual MOTs conducted consistently, and no abnormal jumps in odometer readings that would raise concerns about clocking or extended periods of inactivity. Notably, the history contains several failed tests with no defects recorded, which typically indicates the vehicle was submitted for pre-booked retests following minor advisory items or administrative reasons rather than serious mechanical failures. The 13 August 2023 failure at 133,384 miles and the 13 September 2023 failure at 133,418 miles both show zero recorded defects, suggesting these were procedural retests rather than substantive failures. A similar pattern appears in July 2022, where a failure on 22 July at 130,695 miles preceded a clean pass on 25 July at 130,705 miles. This behaviour is common when owners address minor issues between test appointments. Despite the clean MOT record, a prospective buyer should still carry out a thorough physical inspection. At 133,428 miles and 18 years of age, consumable components such as suspension bushes, coil springs, brake discs, and tyres will have experienced natural wear regardless of the clean test history. The underbody and sills should be examined for corrosion, particularly around mounting points and jacking areas, as structural integrity can deteriorate without triggering an MOT failure until advanced stages. A test drive should assess brake operation for any signs of binding or uneven wear, and the exhaust system should be checked for emissions compliance and integrity. The clean MOT record is reassuring, but it does not substitute for hands-on evaluation of a vehicle of this age and mileage.