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LV61 EPL

2011 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

24,109 mi
Last recorded24,109 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Mazda 364,021 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV61 EPL
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 24,109 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 29 Sep 2025 24,108 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 22,664 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 21,109 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2023 21,109 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2022 20,851 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 20,503 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 20,289 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 20,069 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 19,260 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 17,795 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 15,794 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 13,169 miles

Nearside Rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of belt

Offside Rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of belt

Pass 29 Sep 2014 10,963 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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LV61 EPL is a 2011 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 LV61 EPL, 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 LV61 EPL registered?

LV61 EPL is a 2011 Mazda 3, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is LV61 EPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV61 EPL shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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