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FL61 YVK

2011 Mazda 3

Blue Diesel 2183cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

156,166 mi
Last recorded156,166 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2024
Typical for 2011 Mazda 364,021 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL61 YVK
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,183cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2024 156,166 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2022 153,340 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 146,244 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2021 136,589 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 112,687 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2019 112,687 miles

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 106,407 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 10,440 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2017 104,315 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps complet lamp missing (1.1.C.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Oct 2016 100,014 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 17 Oct 2016 100,014 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 76,124 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front tyre has little visible tread on inside edge

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Nov 2014 61,672 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 YVK is a 2011 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 2,183cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FL61 YVK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FL61 YVK registered?

FL61 YVK is a 2011 Mazda 3, first registered on 30 December 2011.

Is FL61 YVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL61 YVK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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