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BU16 HVS

2016 Mazda 6

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

72,206 mi
Last recorded72,206 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 658,662 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU16 HVS
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 72,206 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2025 68,521 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 62,803 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 56,982 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 50,690 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 11 Mar 2021 45,818 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2021 45,818 miles

Offside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 42,410 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 34,936 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 6?

Based on 1,904,140 MOT tests across 159,651 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
7,713
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
159,651
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 45,082
position lamp(s) not working 38,980
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 34,576
Registration plate lamp not working 29,515
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 28,494
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BU16 HVS is a 2016 Mazda 6 in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2016 Mazda 6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 58,662 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 6 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 45,082 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU16 HVS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 6 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 10 years old, this Mazda 6 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU16 HVS registered?

BU16 HVS is a 2016 Mazda 6, first registered on 22 March 2016.

Is BU16 HVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU16 HVS shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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