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LO61 PBU

2011 Mazda 3

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

95,052 mi
Last recorded95,052 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2017
Typical for 2011 Mazda 364,021 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO61 PBU
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2017 95,052 miles

Front bumper panel missing

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

oil lamp on

Fail 20 Dec 2017 95,052 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front bumper panel missing

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

oil lamp on

Pass 19 Dec 2016 79,160 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both front (1.7.5a)

engine cover

offside front bumper trim missing

offside front inner wheel arch cover missing

under tray fitted

Fail 19 Dec 2016 79,160 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both front (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 18" normal (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 23" normal (8.2.2)

engine cover

offside front bumper trim missing

offside front inner wheel arch cover missing

under tray fitted

Pass 21 Dec 2015 62,621 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 48,338 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front tyres close to wear marks (2-3mm)

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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LO61 PBU is a 2011 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LO61 PBU, 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 LO61 PBU registered?

LO61 PBU is a 2011 Mazda 3, first registered on 21 December 2011.

Is LO61 PBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO61 PBU shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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