Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
RF08 YAW

2008 Mazda 3 · Diesel · 1560cc

Black Registered in Reading, Reading · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
ColourBlack
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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 87,348 miles on the clock, averaging 7,296 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6L Y6 Diesel engine is known for turbocharger (oil supply failure).

MOT & Mileage History for RF08 YAW

MOT Status
Due date passed
87,348
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2011
75%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
7,296

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading87,348 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,347
Average per year7,296
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RF08 YAW 47k57k67k77k87k '11'17'14

Check RF08 YAW

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage87,348 miles
Since last MOT+5,347 miles
PASS
Mileage82,001 miles
Since last MOT+24 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,977 miles
Since last MOT+6,829 miles
PASS
Mileage75,148 miles
Since last MOT+5,695 miles
PASS
Mileage69,453 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,453 miles
Since last MOT+8,050 miles
PASS
Mileage61,403 miles
Since last MOT+14,702 miles
PASS
Mileage46,701 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Mazda 3 often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 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.

Explore more about the Mazda 3

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF08 YAW
MakeMazda
Model3
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeRF — Reading, Reading
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

More RF08 Y plates

Browse all RF08 Y registrations from Reading.

About RF08 YAW

What car is RF08 YAW?

RF08 YAW is an black Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.

What is the mileage of RF08 YAW?

The last recorded mileage for RF08 YAW was 87,348 miles, recorded on 1 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RF08 YAW passed its MOT?

RF08 YAW has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 1 Feb 2017.

Is RF08 YAW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF08 YAW 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 RF08 YAW?

RF08 YAW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.