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BJ61 GJK

2011 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2019
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

44,193 mi
Last recorded44,193 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2018
Typical for 2011 Mazda 364,021 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ61 GJK
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2018 44,193 miles

Age related cracks to nearside front tyre

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 19 Oct 2018 44,193 miles

Nearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Age related cracks to nearside front tyre

Nearside Registration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 36,858 miles

Cut to n/s/f tyre outer sidewall

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 31 Oct 2017 36,847 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Cut to n/s/f tyre outer sidewall

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Oct 2016 29,879 miles

Front pads low

o/s/r tyre getting low

Pass 17 Oct 2015 23,673 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2015 23,673 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 17,873 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear number plate slight damage

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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BJ61 GJK is a 2011 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BJ61 GJK, 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 BJ61 GJK registered?

BJ61 GJK is a 2011 Mazda 3, first registered on 17 October 2011.

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