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BU18 HVB

2018 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,483 mi
Last recorded54,483 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2018 Mazda 226,793 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2025 54,483 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 47,544 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 37,888 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 27,076 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 21,435 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 24 Feb 2021 19,066 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stonechip (3.2 (a) (i))

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 HVB is a 2018 Mazda 2 in Grey 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 BU18 HVB, 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 HVB registered?

BU18 HVB is a 2018 Mazda 2, first registered on 16 March 2018.

Is BU18 HVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU18 HVB 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.

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