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SX18 FBB

2018 Mazda 6

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

54,865 mi
Last recorded54,865 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2018 Mazda 643,201 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSX18 FBB
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 54,865 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2026 54,863 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

No oil shown on dipstick

Pass 30 Jul 2025 45,261 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2025 45,260 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded To flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded To flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

No oil shown on dipstick

Pass 1 Aug 2024 38,791 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 33,202 miles

Nearside Front slight roughness when rotated

undertrays not allowing full inspection

Fail 14 Jul 2023 33,202 miles

Nearside Front slight roughness when rotated

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

undertrays not allowing full inspection

Pass 13 Jul 2022 24,665 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2021 15,806 miles

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

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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SX18 FBB is a 2018 Mazda 6 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SX18 FBB, 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 SX18 FBB registered?

SX18 FBB is a 2018 Mazda 6, first registered on 20 July 2018.

Is SX18 FBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SX18 FBB shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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