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MF61 YGA

2011 Mazda 3

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2023
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

138,385 mi
Last recorded138,385 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2022
Typical for 2011 Mazda 364,021 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF61 YGA
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2022 138,385 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 8 Nov 2022 138,382 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 126,781 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 118,197 miles

Engine covers & under trays fitted covering some components

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 109,554 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))

Under trays fitted covering some components from checking

Fail 11 Nov 2019 109,554 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))

Under trays fitted covering some components from checking

Pass 29 Oct 2018 96,255 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both low (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers & under trays fitted covering some components from checking

Pass 1 Nov 2017 85,243 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine covers & under trays fitted covering some components from checking

Fail 1 Nov 2017 85,243 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55 R16 91V (4.1.D.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine covers & under trays fitted covering some components from checking

Pass 1 Nov 2016 74,234 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine covers & under trays fitted covering some components from checking

Pass 28 Oct 2015 63,039 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Nov 2014 50,120 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Nov 2014 50,120 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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MF61 YGA is a 2011 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 MF61 YGA, 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 MF61 YGA registered?

MF61 YGA is a 2011 Mazda 3, first registered on 15 November 2011.

Is MF61 YGA safe to buy?

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