CarVerify

Free Car Check

SW18 WBV

2018 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1998cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

62,724 mi
Last recorded62,724 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2018 Mazda 333,279 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW18 WBV
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 62,724 miles

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

Fail 18 Aug 2025 62,724 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2024 54,750 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 48,379 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 45,905 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2022 45,905 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 33,298 miles

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
Full Mazda 3 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SW18 WBV 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 SW18 WBV, 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

How do I check the history of SW18 WBV?

You can check the full history of SW18 WBV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SW18 WBV registered?

SW18 WBV is a 2018 Mazda 3, first registered on 14 August 2018.

Is SW18 WBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW18 WBV 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.

Does SW18 WBV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SW18 WBV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.