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SM61 VEW

2011 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

120,204 mi
Last recorded120,204 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Mazda 364,021 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM61 VEW
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 23 Jan 2026 120,204 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2025 115,894 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2024 110,244 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2023 102,093 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2022 92,679 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2021 81,520 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 65,673 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 50,735 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 35,734 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 18,226 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front tyres worn on egdes (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Dec 2016 16,852 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 12,189 miles

Under Trays Fitted.

Pass 18 Dec 2014 9,823 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 VEW is a 2011 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VEW, 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 SM61 VEW registered?

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

Is SM61 VEW safe to buy?

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