Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2008 Mazda 3 Diesel 1560cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 163,278 miles on the clock, averaging 10,596 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6L Y6 Diesel engine is known for turbocharger (oil supply failure).
MOT & Mileage History for AB08 BFD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 163,278 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,596 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Mazda 3
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Turbocharger (oil supply failure)
Insufficient oil supply starves turbo bearings, leading to damage or seizure.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AB08 BFD |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1560cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AB — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About AB08 BFD
What car is AB08 BFD?
AB08 BFD is an blue Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.
What is the mileage of AB08 BFD?
The last recorded mileage for AB08 BFD was 163,278 miles, recorded on 6 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AB08 BFD passed its MOT?
AB08 BFD has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 6 Oct 2020.
Is AB08 BFD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AB08 BFD is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AB08 BFD?
AB08 BFD is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.