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DF18 VLU

2018 Mazda 3

Black Diesel 1496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,933 mi
Last recorded51,933 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2025
Typical for 2018 Mazda 333,279 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF18 VLU
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 15 Mar 2025 51,933 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2024 40,930 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 36,352 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ready to show cottons (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 24 Jun 2022 30,478 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2021 24,621 miles

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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DF18 VLU is a 2018 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DF18 VLU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DF18 VLU?

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What year was DF18 VLU registered?

DF18 VLU is a 2018 Mazda 3, first registered on 29 June 2018.

Is DF18 VLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF18 VLU shows 5 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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