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VK18 FKG

2018 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

48,756 mi
Last recorded48,756 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2018 Mazda 226,793 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK18 FKG
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 48,756 miles

undertrays not allowing full inspection

Pass 3 Mar 2025 41,183 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre 2mm!!! (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Mar 2025 41,134 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre 2mm!!! (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Feb 2024 33,584 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 25,048 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 15,612 miles

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside

Pass 20 May 2021 12,050 miles

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside components

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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VK18 FKG is a 2018 Mazda 2 in Blue 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 VK18 FKG, 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 VK18 FKG registered?

VK18 FKG is a 2018 Mazda 2, first registered on 31 May 2018.

Is VK18 FKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK18 FKG 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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