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BJ61 MTV

2011 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

81,788 mi
Last recorded81,788 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Mazda 364,021 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ61 MTV
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 81,788 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2024 74,572 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside front and nearside front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Oct 2023 67,860 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 60,790 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 54,056 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear also cracked & perished near to chords ,recommend early replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Oct 2021 54,055 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded under reinforcing sleeve (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded under reinforcing sleeve (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low rectified (4.1.2 (a))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear also cracked & perished near to chords ,recommend early replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 48,742 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 43,177 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 37,697 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 33,456 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 27,946 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 23,160 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 17,245 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted

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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BJ61 MTV is a 2011 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BJ61 MTV, 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 BJ61 MTV registered?

BJ61 MTV is a 2011 Mazda 3, first registered on 17 October 2011.

Is BJ61 MTV safe to buy?

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