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VK61 SXP

2011 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

97,827 mi
Last recorded97,827 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Mazda 364,021 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK61 SXP
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 97,827 miles

Front brake application uneven (nearside lagging slightly)

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Dec 2024 86,446 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jan 2024 77,529 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2023 67,089 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jan 2022 56,600 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 45,394 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2019 43,521 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald outer edge 205 50 17 93W , GOODYEAR EFF GRIP EXTRA LOAD centre tread 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 41,272 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 39,092 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 35,365 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 29,307 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2015 29,307 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front wiper blades split.

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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VK61 SXP is a 2011 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VK61 SXP, 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 VK61 SXP registered?

VK61 SXP is a 2011 Mazda 3, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is VK61 SXP safe to buy?

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