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BG16 VNE

2016 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,198 mi
Last recorded66,198 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG16 VNE
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 6 Feb 2026 66,198 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2025 66,017 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2024 62,005 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 57,205 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 47,788 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 38,837 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 34,181 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 20,486 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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BG16 VNE 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 BG16 VNE, 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 BG16 VNE registered?

BG16 VNE is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 29 April 2016.

Is BG16 VNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG16 VNE shows 8 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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