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SM61 VDX

2011 Mazda 3

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

134,543 mi
Last recorded134,543 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2023
Typical for 2011 Mazda 364,021 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM61 VDX
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2023 134,543 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 126,355 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

windscreen damage

Pass 8 Oct 2021 111,357 miles

exhaust flexi damaged

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened underside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 96,820 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust flex pipe sleeve loose

exhaust heat sheild loose/damaged

rust on suspension components through out underside of vehicle

Fail 21 Oct 2020 96,817 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust flex pipe sleeve loose

exhaust heat sheild loose/damaged

rust on suspension components through out underside of vehicle

Pass 30 Apr 2019 75,107 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 20 Apr 2018 60,716 miles

Engine bay covers fitted obscuring examinable components

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under trays and outer sill covers fitted obscuring examinable components

Fail 19 Apr 2018 60,714 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner side wall perished and cracked deeply (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Engine bay covers fitted obscuring examinable components

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under trays and outer sill covers fitted obscuring examinable components

Pass 20 Apr 2017 49,451 miles

cover sills and under trays fitted

small cuts on inside wall of o/s/r tyre

Fail 20 Apr 2017 49,450 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

cover sills and under trays fitted

small cuts on inside wall of o/s/r tyre

Pass 15 Apr 2016 37,228 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 33,930 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 18,461 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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SM61 VDX is a 2011 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 SM61 VDX, 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 SM61 VDX registered?

SM61 VDX is a 2011 Mazda 3, first registered on 31 December 2011.

Is SM61 VDX safe to buy?

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