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BC16 PXA

2016 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,505 mi
Last recorded71,505 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC16 PXA
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 28 Jan 2026 71,505 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2025 68,453 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 63,098 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2023 53,173 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 39,433 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate, light unit loose.

Rear bumper slightly damaged.

Under trays fitted on.

Pass 18 Jan 2021 26,558 miles

n/s/ o/s /front tyres outer tread area to side wall just starting to crack/split

Pass 5 Feb 2020 14,357 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 12,219 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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BC16 PXA is a 2016 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 BC16 PXA, 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 BC16 PXA registered?

BC16 PXA is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 16 July 2016.

Is BC16 PXA safe to buy?

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