2011 Mazda 3 1.6L Diesel · BT11 VGV
2011 Mazda 3 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 17 Jun 2011. Recorded mileage 199,110 miles. MOT expired on 08 Oct 2026. Taxed until 01 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA 3
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 08 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 May 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 199,110 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BT11 VGV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/09/2025
- 199,110 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BT11 VGV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Mazda 3 (BT11 VGV) between October 2023 and September 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 16 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (9 issues), Brakes (8 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 17 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))”.
BT11 VGV Mileage History
- 10/10/2023189,566 mi
- 25/09/2024193,158 mi+3,592 mi
- 26/09/2024193,158 mi
- 08/09/2025198,916 mi+5,758 mi
- 16/09/2025199,110 mi+194 mi
Average of roughly 4,928 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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