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BU16 MTF

2016 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Dec 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

93,933 mi
Last recorded93,933 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU16 MTF
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 93,933 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2024 90,755 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 81,595 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 71,586 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2022 71,583 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2021 63,700 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2020 58,141 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 47,300 miles

undertrays fitted

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 MTF 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 87.5%.

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 MTF, 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.

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What year was BU16 MTF registered?

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

Is BU16 MTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU16 MTF shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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