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GU61 MKL

2011 Mazda 3

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

63,509 mi
Last recorded63,509 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Mazda 364,021 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU61 MKL
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 63,509 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2025 63,506 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Sep 2024 59,473 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 54,628 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 50,231 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 43,454 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 39,496 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 34,865 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 29,783 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 24,643 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 19,833 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 14,932 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 9,121 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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GU61 MKL is a 2011 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GU61 MKL, 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

How do I check the history of GU61 MKL?

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What year was GU61 MKL registered?

GU61 MKL is a 2011 Mazda 3, first registered on 9 September 2011.

Is GU61 MKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU61 MKL shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GU61 MKL have outstanding finance?

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