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HG61 AEJ

2011 Mazda 3

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

120,852 mi
Last recorded120,852 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Mazda 364,021 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG61 AEJ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 120,852 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

service light on

Fail 8 Oct 2025 120,852 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

service light on

Pass 3 Oct 2024 117,312 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2024 117,312 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2023 113,770 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nsr tyre out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 110,218 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyres cracking in tread and on side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 104,899 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 91,924 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 83,351 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2019 83,351 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 73,352 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 63,621 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged deteriorated (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged deteriorated (4.1.D.1e)

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 9 Oct 2017 63,621 miles

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

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged deteriorated (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged deteriorated (4.1.D.1e)

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 11 Oct 2016 52,893 miles

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt two ()

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 3 Oct 2016 52,651 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt two ()

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 17 Sep 2015 38,047 miles

Nearside Front wing has damage

Offside Rear nail in tread

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

vehicle is fitted with engine covers and under trays

Pass 23 Sep 2014 26,821 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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HG61 AEJ is a 2011 Mazda 3 in Blue 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 HG61 AEJ, 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 HG61 AEJ registered?

HG61 AEJ is a 2011 Mazda 3, first registered on 14 October 2011.

Is HG61 AEJ safe to buy?

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