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BU16 HVZ

2016 Mazda 6

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

62,160 mi
Last recorded62,160 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 658,662 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU16 HVZ
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 62,160 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Most of the pins are broken (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Most of the pins are broken (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2025 55,379 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2024 50,599 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2023 45,281 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2022 39,145 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 34,712 miles

ENG COVER / UNDERBODY TRAYS / OUTER SILL COVERS FITTED

Fail 24 Feb 2021 34,712 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

ENG COVER / UNDERBODY TRAYS / OUTER SILL COVERS FITTED

Pass 4 Mar 2020 32,286 miles

undertrays fitted

Fail 4 Mar 2020 32,286 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

undertrays fitted

Pass 11 Mar 2019 24,824 miles

undertrays fitted

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 HVZ is a 2016 Mazda 6 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HVZ, 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 HVZ registered?

BU16 HVZ is a 2016 Mazda 6, first registered on 12 March 2016.

Is BU16 HVZ safe to buy?

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