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HV61 VZL

2011 Mazda 3

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

110,612 mi
Last recorded110,612 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Mazda 364,021 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV61 VZL
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 9 Oct 2025 110,612 miles

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread worn to around 3mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread worn to around 3mm. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2024 102,964 miles

Hand brake handle had long travel prior to brake test but performed in accordance with requirements during the RBT.

Pass 11 Oct 2023 94,936 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

hand brake travel high

Pass 19 Oct 2022 83,638 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 74,727 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 67,334 miles

both front tyres worn low on tread

Pass 9 Oct 2019 62,852 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 54,520 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 43,226 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 34,917 miles

Engine cover & undershield obscuring components

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Wheels on inspection (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 28,304 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 17,957 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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HV61 VZL is a 2011 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 HV61 VZL, 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 HV61 VZL registered?

HV61 VZL is a 2011 Mazda 3, first registered on 27 October 2011.

Is HV61 VZL safe to buy?

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