2018 Mazda 3 2.0L Petrol · SM18 FHR
2018 Mazda 3 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 15 Jun 2018. Recorded mileage 71,059 miles. MOT valid until 13 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA 3
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 71,059 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SM18 FHR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/07/2026
- 71,059 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SM18 FHR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Mazda 3 (SM18 FHR) between June 2024 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 08 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (11 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))”; “Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
SM18 FHR Mileage History
- 26/06/202450,067 mi
- 15/07/202561,128 mi+11,061 mi
- 15/07/202561,130 mi+2 mi
- 08/07/202671,059 mi+9,929 mi
- 08/07/202671,059 mi
Average of roughly 10,336 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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