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VGZ 5473

2018 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

77,018 mi
Last recorded77,018 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2018 Mazda 333,279 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVGZ 5473
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 77,018 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2025 65,297 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2024 53,236 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 2 Feb 2024 53,226 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Feb 2023 37,181 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 22,163 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3 - 4 mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

service due

Pass 27 Jan 2021 11,935 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded outer surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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
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VGZ 5473 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 85.7%.

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 VGZ 5473, 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

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What year was VGZ 5473 registered?

VGZ 5473 is a 2018 Mazda 3, first registered on 2 February 2018.

Is VGZ 5473 safe to buy?

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