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YH61 VGJ

2011 Mazda 3

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

196,162 mi
Last recorded196,162 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 2011 Mazda 364,021 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH61 VGJ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 196,162 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jun 2025 196,162 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. space saver fitted (5.2.3 (b))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 190,955 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 184,992 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 1 Feb 2022 174,741 miles

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

Fail 26 Jan 2022 174,704 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2020 164,598 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2019 163,405 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2018 159,512 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 138,117 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 116,126 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 68,320 miles

Spare tyre underinflated

Fail 15 Dec 2014 68,320 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Spare tyre underinflated

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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YH61 VGJ is a 2011 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YH61 VGJ, 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 YH61 VGJ registered?

YH61 VGJ is a 2011 Mazda 3, first registered on 20 December 2011.

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The MOT history for YH61 VGJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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