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EK11 SNJ

2011 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

93,484 mi
Last recorded93,484 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Mazda 364,021 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK11 SNJ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 93,484 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2025 87,886 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 84,980 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 82,931 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 80,267 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2022 80,267 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2021 74,496 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 67,384 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 59,151 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 56,130 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 52,040 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 487,931 miles

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Pass 29 Apr 2014 44,140 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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EK11 SNJ is a 2011 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,598cc 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 EK11 SNJ, 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 EK11 SNJ registered?

EK11 SNJ is a 2011 Mazda 3, first registered on 30 April 2011.

Is EK11 SNJ safe to buy?

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