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FN11 LUJ

2011 Mazda 3

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

126,023 mi
Last recorded126,023 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Mazda 364,021 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN11 LUJ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 126,023 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2025 126,023 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Nov 2024 122,621 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2024 122,621 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 119,492 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 114,387 miles

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

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Axle (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Body (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 28 Oct 2021 107,141 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2020 101,931 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2020 101,923 miles

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 97,740 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2019 97,740 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 89,352 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 79,962 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 72,810 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2015 65,605 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2015 65,605 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 58,576 miles

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

off side wiper blade split

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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FN11 LUJ is a 2011 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 FN11 LUJ, 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 FN11 LUJ registered?

FN11 LUJ is a 2011 Mazda 3, first registered on 13 May 2011.

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