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RV08 LWM

2008 Mazda 3 · Diesel · 1560cc

Silver Registered in Reading, Reading · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
ColourSilver
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 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 113,359 miles on the clock, averaging 7,445 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6L Y6 Diesel engine is known for turbocharger (oil supply failure).

MOT & Mileage History for RV08 LWM

MOT Status
Due date passed
113,359
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2011
83%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
7,445

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading113,359 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,816
Average per year7,445
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RV08 LWM 84k91k98k106k113k '11'15'13

Check RV08 LWM

Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

PASS
Mileage113,359 miles
Since last MOT+7,816 miles
PASS
Mileage105,543 miles
Since last MOT+6,636 miles
PASS
Mileage98,907 miles
Since last MOT+8,207 miles
PASS
Mileage90,700 miles
Since last MOT+7,094 miles
PASS
Mileage83,606 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,605 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

RegistrationRV08 LWM
MakeMazda
Model3
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeRV — Reading, Reading
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About RV08 LWM

What car is RV08 LWM?

RV08 LWM is an silver Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.

What is the mileage of RV08 LWM?

The last recorded mileage for RV08 LWM was 113,359 miles, recorded on 10 Mar 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RV08 LWM passed its MOT?

RV08 LWM has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 10 Mar 2015.

Is RV08 LWM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RV08 LWM 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 RV08 LWM?

RV08 LWM is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.