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LA61 FVC

2011 Mazda 3

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

96,826 mi
Last recorded96,826 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Mazda 364,021 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA61 FVC
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 96,826 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn both outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 24 Feb 2025 94,332 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2024 91,623 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 27 Feb 2023 88,668 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2022 85,873 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2021 83,499 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2020 75,854 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2019 61,235 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 45,079 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 32,978 miles

n/s/r tyre well worn

o/s wiper blade split

Pass 27 Feb 2016 28,024 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 22,633 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2014 22,633 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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LA61 FVC is a 2011 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LA61 FVC, 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 LA61 FVC registered?

LA61 FVC is a 2011 Mazda 3, first registered on 18 November 2011.

Is LA61 FVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA61 FVC shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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