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DX18 TAV

2018 Mazda 6

Blue Diesel 2191cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

133,460 mi
Last recorded133,460 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Mazda 643,201 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX18 TAV
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,191cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 133,460 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 21 Apr 2026 133,456 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2025 126,424 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 120,290 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 111,088 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2023 111,088 miles

Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Mar 2022 87,737 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 65,510 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing WEARING ON BOTH EDGES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 4 Mar 2021 65,495 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm CORDS VISABLE (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing WEARING ON BOTH EDGES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6MM WEARING ON BOTH EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

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

How Reliable is the Mazda 6?

Based on 1,904,140 MOT tests across 159,651 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
7,713
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
159,651
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 45,082
position lamp(s) not working 38,980
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 34,576
Registration plate lamp not working 29,515
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 28,494
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DX18 TAV is a 2018 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 2,191cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2018 Mazda 6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 43,201 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 6 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 45,082 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX18 TAV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 6 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 8 years old, this Mazda 6 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX18 TAV registered?

DX18 TAV is a 2018 Mazda 6, first registered on 31 March 2018.

Is DX18 TAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX18 TAV shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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