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AY61 XZE

2011 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

118,671 mi
Last recorded118,671 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Mazda 250,566 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY61 XZE
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 118,671 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both lenses hazy (4.1.4 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 111,984 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 102,525 miles

1 lt engine oil added

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Oct 2023 102,416 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

1 lt engine oil added

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 92,926 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge showing 2.9mm - worn edges - 195/45 r16 84v (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

added 3 litres of engine oil before test

Fail 26 Oct 2022 92,926 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge showing 2.9mm - worn edges - 195/45 r16 84v (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

added 3 litres of engine oil before test

Pass 27 Oct 2021 82,983 miles

drive belt has cracks

front pads wearing low

Pass 3 Nov 2020 76,078 miles

front pads wearing low

Pass 29 Oct 2019 68,791 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2019 68,768 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2018 60,191 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge STRONG ADVISORY CHANGE ASAP (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 51,511 miles

Front Brake pad(s) modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

long hand brake travel

Pass 14 Sep 2016 40,745 miles

Nearside Front tyre small splits inner wall

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front tyre small splits outer wall

Pass 6 Oct 2015 34,042 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 29,896 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 2?

Based on 1,902,862 MOT tests across 147,013 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
5,024
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
147,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18,380
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 16,451
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AY61 XZE is a 2011 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2011 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 50,566 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 18,380 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY61 XZE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 2 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 15 years old, this Mazda 2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AY61 XZE registered?

AY61 XZE is a 2011 Mazda 2, first registered on 2 September 2011.

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