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WM18 VRX

2018 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

50,231 mi
Last recorded50,231 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Mazda 333,279 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM18 VRX
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 50,231 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2026 50,231 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 45,882 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 41,871 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 1 Jul 2024 41,871 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 26 Jun 2023 35,033 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Discs worn. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2022 28,317 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 19,957 miles

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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WM18 VRX is a 2018 Mazda 3 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 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 WM18 VRX, 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

How do I check the history of WM18 VRX?

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What year was WM18 VRX registered?

WM18 VRX is a 2018 Mazda 3, first registered on 25 July 2018.

Is WM18 VRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM18 VRX shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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