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SK61 SLU

2011 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2019
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

37,461 mi
Last recorded37,461 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2018
Typical for 2011 Mazda 364,021 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK61 SLU
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2018 37,461 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 31,920 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2016 28,171 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (3.5.1g)

slight bald patch brake pedal rubber

Pass 22 Sep 2015 22,523 miles

Valve stem slightly damaged all 4 (4.1.D.1e)

tread damage at both front tyres

worn patch on brake pedal rubber

Fail 22 Sep 2015 22,523 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Valve stem slightly damaged all 4 (4.1.D.1e)

tread damage at both front tyres

worn patch on brake pedal rubber

Pass 19 Sep 2014 16,980 miles

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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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SK61 SLU is a 2011 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SK61 SLU, 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 SK61 SLU registered?

SK61 SLU is a 2011 Mazda 3, first registered on 28 September 2011.

Is SK61 SLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK61 SLU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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