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FN61 HXL

2011 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

47,877 mi
Last recorded47,877 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 Mazda 364,021 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN61 HXL
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 47,877 miles

corrosion to underside of vehicle and some components

Pass 13 Aug 2024 45,729 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Aug 2024 45,729 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2023 43,314 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 39,409 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 35,561 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2021 35,561 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2020 32,556 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 29,191 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 26,409 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 23,308 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 20,649 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2016 20,649 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 18,441 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 17,189 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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FN61 HXL is a 2011 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FN61 HXL, 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 FN61 HXL registered?

FN61 HXL is a 2011 Mazda 3, first registered on 1 September 2011.

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