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GU11 XCL

2011 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,261 mi
Last recorded75,261 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Mazda 364,021 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU11 XCL
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 21 Apr 2026 75,261 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

front and rear suspension system corroded

Pass 17 Apr 2025 72,910 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

front and rear suspension system corroded

Pass 18 Apr 2024 71,179 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

front and rear suspension system corroded

Pass 18 Apr 2023 68,104 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

front and rear suspension system corroded

Pass 16 Apr 2022 64,408 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 58,604 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2020 52,647 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 47,517 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 44,508 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 5 May 2017 41,002 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 36,883 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 32,435 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 24,828 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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GU11 XCL 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 100%.

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 GU11 XCL, 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 GU11 XCL registered?

GU11 XCL is a 2011 Mazda 3, first registered on 26 May 2011.

Is GU11 XCL safe to buy?

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