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BU18 HMJ

2018 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2026
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

29,822 mi
Last recorded29,822 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2025
Typical for 2018 Mazda 226,793 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU18 HMJ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2025 29,822 miles

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

Fail 27 Feb 2025 29,822 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2024 26,435 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2024 26,435 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2023 23,155 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2023 23,155 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 25 Feb 2022 19,461 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2022 19,461 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 15,792 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2021 15,792 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

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

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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BU18 HMJ is a 2018 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BU18 HMJ, 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

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What year was BU18 HMJ registered?

BU18 HMJ is a 2018 Mazda 2, first registered on 3 March 2018.

Is BU18 HMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU18 HMJ shows 10 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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