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PN08 YBC

2008 Mazda 3 · Diesel · 1560cc

Red Registered in Preston, Preston · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
ColourRed
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 82,495 miles on the clock, averaging 4,902 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6L Y6 Diesel engine is known for turbocharger (oil supply failure).

MOT & Mileage History for PN08 YBC

MOT Status
Due date passed
82,495
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2011
85%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
4,902

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading82,495 miles
Reading date
Miles last year20
Average per year4,902
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PN08 YBC 33k46k58k70k82k '11'21'17

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage82,495 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,475 miles
Since last MOT+6,702 miles
PASS
Mileage75,773 miles
Since last MOT+10,494 miles
PASS
Mileage65,279 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,277 miles
Since last MOT+9,278 miles
PASS
Mileage55,999 miles
Since last MOT+3,764 miles
PASS
Mileage52,235 miles
Since last MOT+3,507 miles
PASS
Mileage48,728 miles
Since last MOT+3,420 miles
PASS
Mileage45,308 miles
Since last MOT+3,224 miles
PASS
Mileage42,084 miles
Since last MOT+2,449 miles
PASS
Mileage39,635 miles
Since last MOT+3,151 miles
PASS
Mileage36,484 miles
Since last MOT+3,072 miles
PASS
Mileage33,412 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

RegistrationPN08 YBC
MakeMazda
Model3
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codePN — Preston, Preston
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About PN08 YBC

What car is PN08 YBC?

PN08 YBC is a red Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Preston in 2008.

What is the mileage of PN08 YBC?

The last recorded mileage for PN08 YBC was 82,495 miles, recorded on 8 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PN08 YBC passed its MOT?

PN08 YBC has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 8 Mar 2021.

Is PN08 YBC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PN08 YBC 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 PN08 YBC?

PN08 YBC is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.