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VE18 WDV

2018 Mazda 6

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,547 mi
Last recorded71,547 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2018 Mazda 643,201 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE18 WDV
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 71,547 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 21 Jul 2026 71,547 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2025 57,373 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre excessively out of shape (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 42,957 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 28 Jun 2024 42,957 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested Due to the condition of brake pads (1.2.1 (g))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 32,462 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2022 26,308 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 17,269 miles

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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VE18 WDV is a 2018 Mazda 6 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VE18 WDV, 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 VE18 WDV registered?

VE18 WDV is a 2018 Mazda 6, first registered on 28 July 2018.

Is VE18 WDV safe to buy?

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