2008 Mazda 3 1.6L Petrol · SAL 51A
2008 Mazda 3 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 24/11/2008. Recorded mileage 79,501 miles. MOT valid until 02/06/2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA 3
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02/06/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 79,501 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1598cc
SAL 51A Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/06/2026
- 79,501 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (19 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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SAL 51A Mileage History
- 03/06/202467,231 mi
- 04/06/202574,050 mi+6,819 mi
- 04/06/202574,050 mi
- 03/06/202679,501 mi+5,451 mi
- 03/06/202679,501 mi
Average of roughly 6,140 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SAL 51A MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Mazda 3 (SAL 51A) between June 2024 and June 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 03 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (19 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 37 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: “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.
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