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KV61 MXR

2011 Mazda 3

Black Diesel 2183cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2025
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

122,580 mi
Last recorded122,580 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2024
Typical for 2011 Mazda 364,021 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV61 MXR
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,183cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2024 122,580 miles

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened os ns (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear corrosion on rear floor

plastic sills fitted unable to insspect sill fully

Pass 6 Nov 2023 114,161 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2023 114,154 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2022 106,774 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2022 106,774 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2021 97,803 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2021 97,803 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 89,361 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2020 89,361 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2019 82,784 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2018 75,249 miles

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

dpf light flashing

Pass 11 Sep 2017 62,210 miles

Front both disc have big lipping and are excessive worn

Fail 11 Sep 2017 62,210 miles

Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front both disc have big lipping and are excessive worn

Pass 22 Sep 2016 46,552 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 46,552 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 21 Sep 2015 36,966 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 28,630 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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KV61 MXR is a 2011 Mazda 3 in Black with a 2,183cc 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 KV61 MXR, 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 KV61 MXR registered?

KV61 MXR is a 2011 Mazda 3, first registered on 23 September 2011.

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