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SL08 XDU

2008 Mazda 3 · Diesel · 1560cc

Silver Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 7 (50% pass rate). It has 133,506 miles on the clock, averaging 11,350 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 SL08 XDU

MOT Status
Due date passed
133,506
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2011
50%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
11,350

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading133,506 miles
Reading date
Miles last year-442
Average per year11,350
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SL08 XDU 42k65k88k111k134k '11'19'16

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage133,506 miles
FAIL
Mileage133,948 miles
Since last MOT+6,478 miles
PASS
Mileage127,470 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage127,454 miles
Since last MOT+18,574 miles
PASS
Mileage108,880 miles
Since last MOT+62 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,818 miles
Since last MOT+12,942 miles
PASS
Mileage95,876 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage95,876 miles
Since last MOT+10,210 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,666 miles
Since last MOT+9,926 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,740 miles
Since last MOT+8,385 miles
PASS
Mileage67,355 miles
Since last MOT+9,563 miles
PASS
Mileage57,792 miles
Since last MOT+15,494 miles
PASS
Mileage42,298 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage42,298 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

RegistrationSL08 XDU
MakeMazda
Model3
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeSL — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About SL08 XDU

What car is SL08 XDU?

SL08 XDU is an silver Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.

What is the mileage of SL08 XDU?

The last recorded mileage for SL08 XDU was 133,506 miles, recorded on 7 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL08 XDU passed its MOT?

SL08 XDU has had 14 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (7 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 7 Mar 2019.

Is SL08 XDU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL08 XDU 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 SL08 XDU?

SL08 XDU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.