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VO61 WTR

2011 Mazda 3

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

94,148 mi
Last recorded94,148 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Mazda 364,021 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO61 WTR
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 94,148 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 15 Oct 2024 87,529 miles

Under vehicle slightly corroded both front sus arms and front and rear subframe

Fail 15 Oct 2024 87,529 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Under vehicle slightly corroded both front sus arms and front and rear subframe

Pass 9 Oct 2023 82,643 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 12 Oct 2022 76,557 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 11 Oct 2022 76,557 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 8 Oct 2021 70,245 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2020 65,021 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2020 65,015 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2019 58,032 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 52,498 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test air fresheners hanging from interior mirror ()

Pass 20 Oct 2017 45,194 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 45,751 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 38,601 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 31,586 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 24,530 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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VO61 WTR is a 2011 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 VO61 WTR, 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 VO61 WTR registered?

VO61 WTR is a 2011 Mazda 3, first registered on 2 September 2011.

Is VO61 WTR safe to buy?

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