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BD08 KWE

2008 Mazda 3 · Diesel · 1560cc

Silver Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 72,487 miles on the clock, averaging 7,856 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6L Y6 Diesel engine is known for turbocharger (oil supply failure).

MOT & Mileage History for BD08 KWE

MOT Status
Due date passed
72,487
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2011
89%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 1 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
7,856

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading72,487 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,311
Average per year7,856
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BD08 KWE 17k31k45k59k72k '11'18'14

Check BD08 KWE

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage72,487 miles
Since last MOT+9,311 miles
PASS
Mileage63,176 miles
Since last MOT+2,665 miles
PASS
Mileage60,511 miles
Since last MOT+7,457 miles
PASS
Mileage53,054 miles
Since last MOT+8,321 miles
PASS
Mileage44,733 miles
Since last MOT+9,066 miles
PASS
Mileage35,667 miles
Since last MOT+9,350 miles
PASS
Mileage26,317 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage26,317 miles
Since last MOT+9,409 miles
PASS
Mileage16,908 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Mazda 3

These are the most commonly reported problems on Mazda 3 models (2003–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Turbocharger (oil supply failure)

Insufficient oil supply starves turbo bearings, leading to damage or seizure.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 KWE
MakeMazda
Model3
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeBD — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About BD08 KWE

What car is BD08 KWE?

BD08 KWE is a silver Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.

What is the mileage of BD08 KWE?

The last recorded mileage for BD08 KWE was 72,487 miles, recorded on 23 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BD08 KWE passed its MOT?

BD08 KWE has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 23 Mar 2018.

Is BD08 KWE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD08 KWE 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 BD08 KWE?

BD08 KWE is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.