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LR18 TAU

2018 Mazda 6

Blue Diesel 2191cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

48,919 mi
Last recorded48,919 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2018 Mazda 643,201 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR18 TAU
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,191cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 48,919 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2025 40,440 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2025 40,394 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure marked with yellow chalk (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jan 2024 32,344 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 24,964 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 18,184 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2021 18,039 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre and perished, ()

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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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LR18 TAU is a 2018 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 2,191cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LR18 TAU, 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 LR18 TAU registered?

LR18 TAU is a 2018 Mazda 6, first registered on 22 March 2018.

Is LR18 TAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR18 TAU shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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