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FM65 FFB

2016 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,604 mi
Last recorded71,604 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM65 FFB
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2026 71,604 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Aug 2026 71,604 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Aug 2025 65,593 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 18 Sep 2024 60,504 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 16 Sep 2024 60,462 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 18 Sep 2023 54,558 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2023 54,370 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced advise h/lamp polish (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced advise h/lamp polish (4.1.4 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 45,432 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 37,909 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 31,129 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 23,237 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 17,492 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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FM65 FFB is a 2016 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FM65 FFB, 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 FM65 FFB registered?

FM65 FFB is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 19 February 2016.

Is FM65 FFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM65 FFB shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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