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LM61 YMF

2011 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Dec 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

100,825 mi
Last recorded100,825 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Mazda 364,021 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM61 YMF
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 100,825 miles

Covers and Shields not allowing full inspection of under vehicle components

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Dec 2025 100,788 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Covers and Shields not allowing full inspection of under vehicle components

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Dec 2024 92,094 miles

Covers + Shields Fitted

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing + Perishing on Inner Edge, Advise to Change Soon - 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Dec 2024 91,978 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Covers + Shields Fitted

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing + Perishing on Inner Edge, Advise to Change Soon - 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Dec 2023 83,382 miles

Covers + Shields Fitted

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

Pass 28 Dec 2022 75,792 miles

Covers and Shields fitted

Exhaust mounting defective All exhaust system mountings deteriorated/ corroded (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 28 Dec 2022 75,792 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Power steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Coolant below minimum

Covers and Shields fitted

Exhaust mounting defective All exhaust system mountings deteriorated/ corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Appears to be thinner then O/S/R (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Dec 2021 69,213 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2020 63,275 miles

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

Pass 28 Dec 2019 58,702 miles

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

covers & shields fitted

Pass 11 Dec 2018 49,443 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 39,086 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 15 Dec 2017 39,086 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

under trays fitted

Pass 22 Dec 2016 31,333 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 26,183 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 18,148 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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LM61 YMF is a 2011 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LM61 YMF, 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 LM61 YMF registered?

LM61 YMF is a 2011 Mazda 3, first registered on 13 December 2011.

Is LM61 YMF safe to buy?

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