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LG61 KVU

2011 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,521 mi
Last recorded71,521 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Mazda 364,021 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG61 KVU
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 7 Nov 2025 71,521 miles

Corrosion nearside and offside front brake flexy hose ferrules

Corrosion rear suspension arms

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside rear tyre nails

Slight uneven service brake application between fronts

Pass 14 Nov 2024 65,406 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 21 Aug 2023 55,512 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 53,619 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 47,706 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2020 42,182 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 35,927 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 30,466 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 338 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 22,828 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 19,617 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 16,843 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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LG61 KVU is a 2011 Mazda 3 in Black 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 LG61 KVU, 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 LG61 KVU registered?

LG61 KVU is a 2011 Mazda 3, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is LG61 KVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG61 KVU shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LG61 KVU have outstanding finance?

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