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OY61 ZMU

2011 Mazda 5

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

120,632 mi
Last recorded120,632 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Mazda 569,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY61 ZMU
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 120,632 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2024 115,801 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2023 110,459 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2022 104,902 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2021 93,484 miles

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

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

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

covers fitted to outer sills not allowing full inspection

Fail 24 Sep 2021 93,343 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

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

covers fitted to outer sills not allowing full inspection

Pass 28 Sep 2020 86,704 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2019 81,711 miles

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

Fuel tank exhaust heat shield loose, Recommend secure ASAP.

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush, recommend replacement. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush, recommend replacement. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Sep 2019 81,711 miles

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

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

Fuel tank exhaust heat shield loose, Recommend secure ASAP.

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush, recommend replacement. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge, Replace ASAP close to cords (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush, recommend replacement. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge, Replace ASAP close to cords (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 65,705 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 52,461 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 46,098 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2015 35,455 miles

N/S/F and O/S/F lower arm bushes are worn.

Pass 25 Sep 2014 25,897 miles

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

How Reliable is the Mazda 5?

Based on 413,409 MOT tests across 26,269 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
7,199
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
26,269
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 13,334
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,283
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 8,696
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7,218
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6,761
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OY61 ZMU is a 2011 Mazda 5 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2011 Mazda 5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 69,978 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 5 fails its MOT is shock absorber has a serious fluid leak, accounting for 13,334 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OY61 ZMU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 15 years old, this Mazda 5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OY61 ZMU registered?

OY61 ZMU is a 2011 Mazda 5, first registered on 30 September 2011.

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