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PL57 GHN

2008 Mazda 3 · Petrol · 1349cc

Red Registered in Preston, Preston · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1349cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 Petrol 1349cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 8 (64% pass rate). It has 196,398 miles on the clock, averaging 10,800 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.3L ZJ-VE engine is known for zj-ve and valve thermal clearances.

MOT & Mileage History for PL57 GHN

MOT Status
Due date passed
196,398
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2011
64%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
10,800

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading196,398 miles
Reading date
Miles last year90
Average per year10,800
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PL57 GHN 38k77k117k157k196k '11'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage196,398 miles
Since last MOT+90 miles
FAIL
Mileage196,308 miles
Since last MOT+6,969 miles
PASS
Mileage189,339 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage189,339 miles
Since last MOT+4,758 miles
PASS
Mileage184,581 miles
Since last MOT+4,718 miles
PASS
Mileage179,863 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage179,862 miles
Since last MOT+2,476 miles
PASS
Mileage177,386 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage177,386 miles
Since last MOT+1,894 miles
PASS
Mileage175,492 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage175,487 miles
Since last MOT+9,865 miles
PASS
Mileage165,622 miles
Since last MOT+7,076 miles
PASS
Mileage158,546 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage158,546 miles
Since last MOT+6,565 miles
PASS
Mileage151,981 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage151,981 miles
Since last MOT+6,307 miles
PASS
Mileage145,674 miles
Since last MOT+15,238 miles
PASS
Mileage130,436 miles
Since last MOT+17,269 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,167 miles
Since last MOT+27,201 miles
PASS
Mileage85,966 miles
Since last MOT+22,010 miles
PASS
Mileage63,956 miles
Since last MOT+26,323 miles
PASS
Mileage37,633 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.

ZJ-VE

Valve thermal clearances (poppet tappets/buckets on intake camshaft actuator, no hydraulic compensators)

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL57 GHN
MakeMazda
Model3
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1349cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codePL — Preston, Preston
Age identifier57 — September 2007 to February 2008

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About PL57 GHN

What car is PL57 GHN?

PL57 GHN is a red Mazda 3, petrol (1349cc). First registered in Preston in 2008.

What is the mileage of PL57 GHN?

The last recorded mileage for PL57 GHN was 196,398 miles, recorded on 14 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PL57 GHN passed its MOT?

PL57 GHN has had 22 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (14 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 14 Oct 2025.

Is PL57 GHN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL57 GHN is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is PL57 GHN?

PL57 GHN is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.