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SN68 HGJ

2018 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

71,937 mi
Last recorded71,937 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Mazda 333,279 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN68 HGJ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 13 May 2026 71,937 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. tyre size suppose to be 215/45r18 (5.2.3 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box connection (6.1.2 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes corroded at all 4 corners/wheel arch area (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

suspension components corroded

Pass 5 Jun 2025 69,068 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 61,976 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 50,930 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2023 50,920 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating inside face heavily pitted (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Sep 2022 41,945 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 30,514 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (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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SN68 HGJ is a 2018 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SN68 HGJ, 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 SN68 HGJ registered?

SN68 HGJ is a 2018 Mazda 3, first registered on 28 September 2018.

Is SN68 HGJ safe to buy?

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