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AV16 UJM

2016 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

57,027 mi
Last recorded57,027 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV16 UJM
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 57,027 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Mar 2025 53,286 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

n/s door mirror loose not insecure

Pass 13 Mar 2024 47,122 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Mar 2024 47,122 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 33,439 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rears perished close to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 28 Feb 2023 33,439 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rears perished close to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 22,371 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 10,755 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 3,981 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 3,046 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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AV16 UJM is a 2016 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AV16 UJM, 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 AV16 UJM registered?

AV16 UJM is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 27 May 2016.

Is AV16 UJM safe to buy?

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