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YD18 HTL

2018 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

91,162 mi
Last recorded91,162 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Mazda 333,279 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD18 HTL
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 91,162 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Low on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Low on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 May 2026 91,162 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Low on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Low on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2025 76,729 miles
Fail 15 May 2025 76,728 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2024 62,183 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 14 May 2024 62,182 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 17 May 2023 49,228 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2022 33,501 miles

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

Oil level close to minimum

Pass 30 Apr 2021 19,814 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2021 19,814 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (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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YD18 HTL is a 2018 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 YD18 HTL, 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 YD18 HTL registered?

YD18 HTL is a 2018 Mazda 3, first registered on 31 March 2018.

Is YD18 HTL safe to buy?

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