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YK18 VJU

2018 Mazda 6

White Diesel 2191cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

115,320 mi
Last recorded115,320 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 2018 Mazda 643,201 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK18 VJU
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,191cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025 115,320 miles

Under tray covers fitted

Fail 24 Apr 2025 115,319 miles

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Under tray covers fitted

Fail 17 Apr 2025 115,048 miles

Emissions unable to be completed excessive smoke - engine noise became apparent (8.2.2.2 (e))

Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 104,749 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 92,784 miles

throttle pedal travel modified

Fail 18 Apr 2024 92,652 miles

Emissions unable to be completed due to excessive smoke - blocked smoke head filters, also, engine noise at top rev's. (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jan 2024 92,514 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 24 Feb 2023 86,902 miles

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

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 17 Feb 2022 67,947 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 53,115 miles

Rear brake discs corroded

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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YK18 VJU is a 2018 Mazda 6 in White with a 2,191cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 YK18 VJU, 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.

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What year was YK18 VJU registered?

YK18 VJU is a 2018 Mazda 6, first registered on 1 March 2018.

Is YK18 VJU safe to buy?

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