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VN08 VZP

2008 Mazda 3 · Petrol · 1349cc

Red Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeMazda
Model3
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1349cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 Petrol 1349cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 84,924 miles on the clock, averaging 4,659 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.3L ZJ-VE engine is known for zj-ve and valve thermal clearances.

MOT & Mileage History for VN08 VZP

MOT Status
Due date passed
84,924
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2011
87%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
4,659

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading84,924 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,038
Average per year4,659
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for VN08 VZP 24k40k55k70k85k '11'24'18

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage84,924 miles
Since last MOT+4,038 miles
PASS
Mileage80,886 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,885 miles
Since last MOT+5,594 miles
PASS
Mileage75,291 miles
Since last MOT+2,219 miles
PASS
Mileage73,072 miles
Since last MOT+1,498 miles
PASS
Mileage71,574 miles
Since last MOT+4,127 miles
PASS
Mileage67,447 miles
Since last MOT+5,413 miles
PASS
Mileage62,034 miles
Since last MOT+6,774 miles
PASS
Mileage55,260 miles
Since last MOT+6,649 miles
PASS
Mileage48,611 miles
Since last MOT+5,055 miles
PASS
Mileage43,556 miles
Since last MOT+3,585 miles
PASS
Mileage39,971 miles
Since last MOT+2,679 miles
PASS
Mileage37,292 miles
Since last MOT+5,209 miles
PASS
Mileage32,083 miles
Since last MOT+7,618 miles
PASS
Mileage24,465 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.

ZJ-VE

Valve thermal clearances (poppet tappets/buckets on intake camshaft actuator, no hydraulic compensators)

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN08 VZP
MakeMazda
Model3
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1349cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeVN — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About VN08 VZP

What car is VN08 VZP?

VN08 VZP is a red Mazda 3, petrol (1349cc). First registered in Worcester in 2008.

What is the mileage of VN08 VZP?

The last recorded mileage for VN08 VZP was 84,924 miles, recorded on 9 Jul 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VN08 VZP passed its MOT?

VN08 VZP has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 9 Jul 2024.

Is VN08 VZP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, VN08 VZP is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is VN08 VZP?

VN08 VZP is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.