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161CW166

2016 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,899 mi
Last recorded39,899 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
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Vehicle Details

Registration161CW166
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 1 Apr 2026 39,899 miles

Rear seat belts slow to retract back

How Reliable is the Mazda 2?

Based on 1,902,862 MOT tests across 147,013 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
5,024
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
147,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18,380
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 16,451
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161CW166 is a 2016 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 35,726 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 18,380 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 161CW166, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 2 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 10 years old, this Mazda 2 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 161CW166 registered?

161CW166 is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 19 May 2016.

Is 161CW166 safe to buy?

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