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BF61 DFK

2011 Mazda 3

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

19,612 mi
Last recorded19,612 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Mazda 364,021 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF61 DFK
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 19,612 miles

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

Fail 10 Oct 2025 19,610 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached Ball joint has separated (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 Oct 2024 10,163 miles

corrosion visible front suspension / subframe

corrosion visible rear subframe

sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of sills

under covers fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Pass 21 Sep 2023 9,692 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 9,166 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 8,735 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2020 8,295 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 7,324 miles

All 4 tyres cracking but not exposing cords

Pass 21 Sep 2018 6,032 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 4,887 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 3,567 miles

ENGINE AND UNDER PANELS FITTED

Pass 7 Sep 2015 2,752 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 1,743 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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BF61 DFK is a 2011 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BF61 DFK, 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.

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What year was BF61 DFK registered?

BF61 DFK is a 2011 Mazda 3, first registered on 26 September 2011.

Is BF61 DFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF61 DFK shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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