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RV08 LWP

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 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 95,637 miles on the clock, averaging 13,016 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 RV08 LWP

MOT Status
Due date passed
95,637
Last Mileage
Recorded
4
Total Tests
Since 2011
75%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 4 tests on record
13,016

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 reading95,637 miles
Reading date
Average per year13,016
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RV08 LWP 70k77k83k89k96k '11'13'13

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Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record

PASS
Mileage95,637 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage95,637 miles
Since last MOT+9,905 miles
PASS
Mileage85,732 miles
Since last MOT+15,370 miles
PASS
Mileage70,362 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 LWP
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 LWP

What car is RV08 LWP?

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

What is the mileage of RV08 LWP?

The last recorded mileage for RV08 LWP was 95,637 miles, recorded on 21 Mar 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RV08 LWP passed its MOT?

RV08 LWP has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 21 Mar 2013.

Is RV08 LWP ULEZ compliant?

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

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