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NJ08 VCC

2008 Mazda 3 · Diesel · 1560cc

Grey Registered in Newcastle, North · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
ColourGrey
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 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 62,012 miles on the clock, averaging 10,862 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 NJ08 VCC

MOT Status
Due date passed
62,012
Last Mileage
Recorded
3
Total Tests
Since 2011
67%
Pass Rate
2 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 3 tests on record
10,862

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 reading62,012 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,704
Average per year10,862
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for NJ08 VCC 40k46k51k57k62k '11'13'12

Check NJ08 VCC

Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage62,012 miles
Since last MOT+11,704 miles
PASS
Mileage50,308 miles
Since last MOT+9,971 miles
PASS
Mileage40,337 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

RegistrationNJ08 VCC
MakeMazda
Model3
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeNJ — Newcastle, North
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About NJ08 VCC

What car is NJ08 VCC?

NJ08 VCC is an grey Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2008.

What is the mileage of NJ08 VCC?

The last recorded mileage for NJ08 VCC was 62,012 miles, recorded on 21 Feb 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NJ08 VCC passed its MOT?

NJ08 VCC has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last was tested on 21 Feb 2013.

Is NJ08 VCC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NJ08 VCC 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 NJ08 VCC?

NJ08 VCC is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.