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SN18 XMV

2018 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

37,070 mi
Last recorded37,070 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2018 Mazda 226,793 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN18 XMV
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 37,070 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Feb 2025 33,864 miles

All tyres cracking advise replacement

Pass 19 Feb 2024 29,331 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2023 26,324 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2023 26,324 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2022 21,776 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 17,615 miles

front wipers smearing slightly

How Reliable is the Mazda 2?

Based on 1,902,862 MOT tests across 147,013 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
5,024
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
147,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18,380
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 16,451
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SN18 XMV is a 2018 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2018 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 26,793 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 2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 18,380 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SN18 XMV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 2 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 8 years old, this Mazda 2 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SN18 XMV registered?

SN18 XMV is a 2018 Mazda 2, first registered on 2 March 2018.

Is SN18 XMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN18 XMV shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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