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AD16 DTV

2016 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

79,736 mi
Last recorded79,736 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD16 DTV
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 79,736 miles

Offside Front track rod slight play

Fail 30 Jul 2025 79,732 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front track rod slight play

Pass 6 Aug 2024 68,735 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 57,767 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 48,865 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 35,246 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 24,093 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 15,938 miles

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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AD16 DTV is a 2016 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AD16 DTV, 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 AD16 DTV registered?

AD16 DTV is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 2 August 2016.

Is AD16 DTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD16 DTV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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