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AV61 VJZ

2011 Mazda 3

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,324 mi
Last recorded31,324 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 Mazda 364,021 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV61 VJZ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 16 Jun 2026 31,324 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2025 30,580 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 29,482 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 28,421 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 26,540 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 24,827 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 23,298 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 20,835 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 18,133 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 16,061 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 14,234 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 11,824 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Nov 2014 10,456 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 3?

Based on 2,040,939 MOT tests across 164,053 vehicles.

77.5%
Pass Rate
6,292
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
164,053
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 40,716
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18,089
position lamp(s) not working 17,568
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 13,995
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 11,940
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AV61 VJZ is a 2011 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2011 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 64,021 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 40,716 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV61 VJZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 3 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 15 years old, this Mazda 3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV61 VJZ registered?

AV61 VJZ is a 2011 Mazda 3, first registered on 29 November 2011.

Is AV61 VJZ safe to buy?

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