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AU18 VVW

2018 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,459 mi
Last recorded42,459 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2018 Mazda 226,793 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU18 VVW
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 11 Mar 2026 42,459 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 33,729 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 26,794 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 20,137 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 13,815 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 11,978 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 2?

Based on 1,902,862 MOT tests across 147,013 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
5,024
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
147,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18,380
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 16,451
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AU18 VVW is a 2018 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2018 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 26,793 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 18,380 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU18 VVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 2 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 8 years old, this Mazda 2 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AU18 VVW?

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What year was AU18 VVW registered?

AU18 VVW is a 2018 Mazda 2, first registered on 3 March 2018.

Is AU18 VVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU18 VVW shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AU18 VVW have outstanding finance?

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