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MK11 DLV

2011 Mazda 3

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

92,817 mi
Last recorded92,817 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Mazda 364,021 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK11 DLV
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 92,817 miles

Rear underside suspensin parts rusty

Pass 18 Jun 2025 85,354 miles

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

suspension parts rusty

Fail 18 Jun 2025 85,354 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

suspension parts rusty

Pass 24 Jun 2024 77,291 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 68,473 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 62,180 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Apr 2021 56,605 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2020 53,184 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 44,564 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 34,561 miles

Rear tyres perishing

Pass 30 Jan 2017 27,182 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 16,403 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 13,812 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 11,280 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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MK11 DLV is a 2011 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 MK11 DLV, 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 MK11 DLV registered?

MK11 DLV is a 2011 Mazda 3, first registered on 31 March 2011.

Is MK11 DLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK11 DLV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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