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DA16 FHD

2016 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

71,885 mi
Last recorded71,885 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA16 FHD
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 71,885 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Frosted lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65R16 2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Frosted lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2024 64,845 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2024 64,845 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2024 62,005 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2023 54,961 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 44,888 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyres wearing on inner edges

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 35,678 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 31,234 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Covers not allowing full inspection

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 16 Mar 2019 20,930 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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DA16 FHD is a 2016 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DA16 FHD, 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 DA16 FHD registered?

DA16 FHD is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is DA16 FHD safe to buy?

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