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FG18 XLC

2018 Mazda 3

Silver Diesel 2191cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

58,256 mi
Last recorded58,256 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Mazda 333,279 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG18 XLC
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2018
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,191cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 58,256 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2025 52,442 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres near wear indicators (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Apr 2024 44,509 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2024 44,509 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 37,721 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2022 30,370 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 24,022 miles

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

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

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

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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FG18 XLC is a 2018 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 2,191cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FG18 XLC, 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

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What year was FG18 XLC registered?

FG18 XLC is a 2018 Mazda 3, first registered on 30 April 2018.

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