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SM61 VDZ

2011 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

103,878 mi
Last recorded103,878 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Mazda 364,021 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM61 VDZ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 103,878 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Jan 2025 100,035 miles

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

Front slight play in steering inner joints

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe and suspension (6.1.1 (c) (i))

undertray loose

Pass 11 Jan 2024 90,994 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 24 Jan 2023 82,511 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Jan 2022 75,304 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2021 70,332 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 66,703 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose Front downpipe flexi joint deteriorated (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2019 60,658 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 54,291 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 53,517 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 43,424 miles

Front wipers smearing screen.

Fail 30 Nov 2016 43,423 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front wipers smearing screen.

Pass 8 Dec 2015 31,652 miles

Nearside Front brake binding

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 8 Dec 2015 31,652 miles

Nearside Front brake binding

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jan 2015 27,397 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 VDZ is a 2011 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SM61 VDZ, 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 VDZ registered?

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

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