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DF18 VLB

2018 Mazda 6

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,860 mi
Last recorded41,860 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2018 Mazda 643,201 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF18 VLB
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 41,860 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 37,361 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2024 37,359 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jul 2023 32,336 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 28,036 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 24,159 miles

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

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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DF18 VLB is a 2018 Mazda 6 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DF18 VLB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DF18 VLB?

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What year was DF18 VLB registered?

DF18 VLB is a 2018 Mazda 6, first registered on 30 July 2018.

Is DF18 VLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF18 VLB shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DF18 VLB have outstanding finance?

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