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VA11 AOT

2011 Mazda 3

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

174,260 mi
Last recorded174,260 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 2011 Mazda 364,021 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA11 AOT
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2025 174,260 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 165,184 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 152,645 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 140,573 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 123,649 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 112,788 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 103,575 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 89,243 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 89,243 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front wiper blades poor condition

Pass 5 Jun 2015 60,107 miles

advise d.p.m,f ;ight flashing

Pass 16 Jun 2014 42,405 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 42,405 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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VA11 AOT is a 2011 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 VA11 AOT, 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 VA11 AOT registered?

VA11 AOT is a 2011 Mazda 3, first registered on 29 June 2011.

Is VA11 AOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA11 AOT shows 12 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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