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GY61 USC

2011 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

71,362 mi
Last recorded71,362 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Mazda 364,021 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY61 USC
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 71,362 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2024 67,609 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Oct 2024 67,609 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2023 64,936 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2023 64,936 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 62,111 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 53,681 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 48,775 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 42,125 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 34,978 miles

Front cracked inside of tread

Pass 29 Sep 2017 27,223 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 8 Oct 2016 21,544 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 8 Oct 2016 21,544 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 9 Oct 2015 12,221 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 9,468 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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GY61 USC 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 GY61 USC, 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 GY61 USC registered?

GY61 USC is a 2011 Mazda 3, first registered on 29 November 2011.

Is GY61 USC safe to buy?

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