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DX68 HCC

2018 Mazda 3

Blue Diesel 2191cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

53,365 mi
Last recorded53,365 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2018 Mazda 333,279 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX68 HCC
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,191cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 53,365 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2025 53,360 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder obstructing view of motorcycles/pedestrians ()

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

T.P.W.S. indicates low pressure

Pass 16 Sep 2024 45,665 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 40,812 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 7 Sep 2022 33,454 miles

Engine covers & undertrays fitted

Pass 15 Sep 2021 28,485 miles

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

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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DX68 HCC is a 2018 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 2,191cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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

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 DX68 HCC, 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.

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What year was DX68 HCC registered?

DX68 HCC is a 2018 Mazda 3, first registered on 24 September 2018.

Is DX68 HCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX68 HCC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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