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AU16 VYC

2016 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

58,104 mi
Last recorded58,104 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU16 VYC
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 58,104 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2025 50,248 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 44,060 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 35,296 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 31,685 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 27,772 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 24,748 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 20,983 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2019 20,982 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 20,734 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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AU16 VYC is a 2016 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AU16 VYC, 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 AU16 VYC registered?

AU16 VYC is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is AU16 VYC safe to buy?

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