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BU16 HXP

2016 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

69,972 mi
Last recorded69,972 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU16 HXP
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 69,972 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2024 61,895 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2023 56,982 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2023 56,982 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 49,558 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 42,126 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 34,170 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 7 Sep 2020 33,970 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 26,309 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 HXP is a 2016 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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

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 HXP, 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 HXP registered?

BU16 HXP is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 14 March 2016.

Is BU16 HXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU16 HXP shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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