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SX18 FBF

2018 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

49,919 mi
Last recorded49,919 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Mazda 226,793 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 49,919 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear at flexi hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both at flexi hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both at flexi hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 May 2025 42,633 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 41,226 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 33,153 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2023 32,809 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2022 25,306 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2021 17,958 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 FBF is a 2018 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,498cc 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 SX18 FBF, 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 FBF registered?

SX18 FBF is a 2018 Mazda 2, first registered on 25 June 2018.

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The MOT history for SX18 FBF 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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