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FL61 YVB

2011 Mazda 3

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

105,863 mi
Last recorded105,863 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2024
Typical for 2011 Mazda 364,021 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL61 YVB
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2024 105,863 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2024 105,863 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2023 101,323 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 96,655 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Oct 2022 96,655 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 90,315 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

front and rear suspension components corroded

Pass 15 Oct 2020 86,391 miles

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

Fail 12 Oct 2020 86,344 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2019 81,197 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2018 74,561 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 66,142 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 55,748 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 46,788 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 35,865 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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FL61 YVB is a 2011 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FL61 YVB, 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 FL61 YVB registered?

FL61 YVB is a 2011 Mazda 3, first registered on 25 November 2011.

Is FL61 YVB safe to buy?

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