CarVerify

Free Car Check

WU61 ZMZ

2011 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 1598cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,416 mi
Last recorded89,416 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2021
Typical for 2011 Mazda 364,021 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU61 ZMZ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2021 89,416 miles

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2020 89,118 miles

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Mar 2020 89,118 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 85,235 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Mar 2018 76,614 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 63,766 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 28,173 miles

surface rust on rear discs.

Pass 28 Mar 2015 42,461 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Fail 20 Mar 2015 424,601 miles

Front Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 39,000 miles

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
Full Mazda 3 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

WU61 ZMZ is a 2011 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WU61 ZMZ, 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

How do I check the history of WU61 ZMZ?

You can check the full history of WU61 ZMZ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was WU61 ZMZ registered?

WU61 ZMZ is a 2011 Mazda 3, first registered on 9 September 2011.

Is WU61 ZMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU61 ZMZ shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WU61 ZMZ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on WU61 ZMZ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.