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DX18 SZC

2018 Mazda 3

Silver Diesel 2191cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,301 mi
Last recorded91,301 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2018 Mazda 333,279 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX18 SZC
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2018
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,191cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 9 Feb 2026 91,301 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 81,765 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 71,967 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 61,924 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Feb 2022 43,373 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 31,797 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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DX18 SZC is a 2018 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 2,191cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 DX18 SZC, 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 DX18 SZC?

You can check the full history of DX18 SZC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DX18 SZC registered?

DX18 SZC is a 2018 Mazda 3, first registered on 10 March 2018.

Is DX18 SZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX18 SZC 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 DX18 SZC have outstanding finance?

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