2018 Mazda 6 2.2L Diesel · VA18 CXU
2018 Mazda 6 (2.2L, diesel). First registered 31 Jul 2018. Recorded mileage 58,377 miles. MOT valid until 10 Oct 2027. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA 6
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 58,377 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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VA18 CXU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/10/2026
- 58,377 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (10 mentions)
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VA18 CXU 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 6 (VA18 CXU) between September 2024 and October 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 12 October 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: Tyres (10 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 14 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 Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))”.
VA18 CXU Mileage History
- 12/09/202444,615 mi
- 02/10/202552,320 mi+7,705 mi
- 07/10/202552,320 mi
- 09/10/202658,377 mi+6,057 mi
- 12/10/202658,377 mi
Average of roughly 6,614 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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