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BU16 HVR

2016 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

95,030 mi
Last recorded95,030 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU16 HVR
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 19 Feb 2026 95,030 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all ferrules corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2025 84,723 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2024 73,220 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all flexibles lightly corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2023 61,400 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 49,557 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 40,194 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 35,902 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 29,961 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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BU16 HVR is a 2016 Mazda 2 in Grey 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 BU16 HVR, 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 BU16 HVR registered?

BU16 HVR is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 3 March 2016.

Is BU16 HVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU16 HVR 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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