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VN11 WXB

2011 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

129,153 mi
Last recorded129,153 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Mazda 364,021 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN11 WXB
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 129,153 miles

offside wiper is worn

Pass 16 Oct 2024 126,756 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2023 120,380 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 14 Jul 2023 120,375 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2022 107,440 miles

suspension complaints and floor pan slightly corroded

Fail 19 Jul 2022 107,440 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

suspension complaints and floor pan slightly corroded

Pass 28 Jul 2021 100,888 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2021 100,886 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 82,654 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Plate damaged (0.1 (b))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Damage within zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2019 82,654 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Plate damaged (0.1 (b))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Damage within zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2018 74,468 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 63,907 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 48,433 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2016 48,433 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2015 35,118 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 26,724 miles
Fail 28 May 2014 26,724 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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VN11 WXB is a 2011 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 VN11 WXB, 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 VN11 WXB registered?

VN11 WXB is a 2011 Mazda 3, first registered on 13 June 2011.

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