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KN11 VBJ

2011 Mazda 3

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

123,061 mi
Last recorded123,061 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Mazda 364,021 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN11 VBJ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 123,061 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 119,051 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2023 112,972 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 106,878 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 99,576 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2021 99,576 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Nov 2020 82,174 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2019 73,247 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 68,717 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 59,863 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Jan 2017 50,134 miles

Rear tyres worn on edges

Pass 7 Jan 2016 41,163 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 29,039 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 19,468 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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KN11 VBJ is a 2011 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 KN11 VBJ, 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 KN11 VBJ registered?

KN11 VBJ is a 2011 Mazda 3, first registered on 23 April 2011.

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