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BK18 XPE

2018 Mazda 3

Red Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

65,429 mi
Last recorded65,429 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Mazda 333,279 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK18 XPE
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 65,429 miles

Multi information display displaying vehicle system malfunction with amber triangle.

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Jun 2025 58,788 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Jun 2025 58,783 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2024 52,624 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin brake discs worn and lipped (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Apr 2023 42,732 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 34,471 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 24,645 miles

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside components

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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BK18 XPE is a 2018 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2018 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 33,279 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 BK18 XPE, 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 8 years old, this Mazda 3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BK18 XPE registered?

BK18 XPE is a 2018 Mazda 3, first registered on 12 May 2018.

Is BK18 XPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK18 XPE shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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