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ML61 NZR

2011 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

85,930 mi
Last recorded85,930 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Mazda 364,021 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML61 NZR
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 85,930 miles

some steering and suspension bushes starting to deteriorate

surface rust on exhaust system

surface rust on front and rear subframes steering and suspension components brake components

under floor panel fitted unable to see some components

Fail 29 Apr 2026 85,930 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

some steering and suspension bushes starting to deteriorate

surface rust on exhaust system

surface rust on front and rear subframes steering and suspension components brake components

under floor panel fitted unable to see some components

Pass 13 May 2025 83,161 miles

some steering and suspension bushes starting to deteriorate

some surface rust on exhaust system

some surface rust on front and rear subframes steering and suspension components brake components

Pass 14 May 2024 79,585 miles

some steering and suspension bushes are starting to crack and deteriorate

some surface rust on sub frames steering suspension and brake components

surface rust on exhaust system

Pass 11 May 2023 75,791 miles

some steering and suspension bushes are starting to crack and deteriorate

some surface rust on floor panels sub frames steering suspension and brake components

surface rust on exhaust system

Pass 10 May 2022 71,431 miles

some steering and suspension bushes are starting to crack and deteriorate

surface rust on exhaust system

under floor panel fitted unable to check some components

Pass 5 May 2021 66,403 miles

exhaust starting to deteriorate

some steering and suspension bushes starting to deteriorate

under floor tray fitted unable to see some components

Pass 26 Mar 2020 62,399 miles

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

some steering and suspension bushes starting to deteriorate

some surface rust on exhaust

Pass 2 Apr 2019 56,483 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 53,226 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 46,150 miles

Front brake pads low

Pass 26 Sep 2016 37,847 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 29,964 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 22,311 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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ML61 NZR 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 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 ML61 NZR, 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 ML61 NZR registered?

ML61 NZR is a 2011 Mazda 3, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is ML61 NZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML61 NZR 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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