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AY66 VGM

2016 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,081 mi
Last recorded59,081 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY66 VGM
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 10 Sep 2025 59,081 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 50,960 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 43,735 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2022 37,973 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 31,355 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 26,940 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 21 Aug 2019 21,254 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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AY66 VGM is a 2016 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests 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 AY66 VGM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AY66 VGM registered?

AY66 VGM is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 14 September 2016.

Is AY66 VGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY66 VGM shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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