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BL08 AXP

2008 Mazda 3 · Diesel · 1560cc

Blue Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
ColourBlue
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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 2 (67% pass rate). It has 80,673 miles on the clock, averaging 13,390 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 BL08 AXP

MOT Status
Due date passed
80,673
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2011
67%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
13,390

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading80,673 miles
Reading date
Miles last year-10
Average per year13,390
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for BL08 AXP 40k50k60k70k81k '11'14'13

Check BL08 AXP

Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

PASS
Mileage80,673 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,683 miles
Since last MOT+14,646 miles
PASS
Mileage66,037 miles
Since last MOT+13,945 miles
PASS
Mileage52,092 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,092 miles
Since last MOT+12,140 miles
PASS
Mileage39,952 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

RegistrationBL08 AXP
MakeMazda
Model3
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeBL — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About BL08 AXP

What car is BL08 AXP?

BL08 AXP is a blue Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.

What is the mileage of BL08 AXP?

The last recorded mileage for BL08 AXP was 80,673 miles, recorded on 26 Jul 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BL08 AXP passed its MOT?

BL08 AXP has had 6 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (4 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 26 Jul 2014.

Is BL08 AXP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL08 AXP 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 BL08 AXP?

BL08 AXP is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.