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SX18 FAJ

2018 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,010 mi
Last recorded45,010 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2018 Mazda 226,793 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSX18 FAJ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 22 Aug 2025 45,010 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2024 39,141 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 33,061 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 26,697 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 21,253 miles

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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SX18 FAJ is a 2018 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SX18 FAJ, 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 SX18 FAJ registered?

SX18 FAJ is a 2018 Mazda 2, first registered on 30 June 2018.

Is SX18 FAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SX18 FAJ shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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