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FN16 KWZ

2016 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

78,508 mi
Last recorded78,508 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN16 KWZ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 78,508 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 May 2026 78,508 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 66,520 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 57,324 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2024 57,324 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2023 53,491 miles

Central Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Apr 2023 53,390 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Mar 2022 42,529 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2022 42,525 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Sep 2020 32,887 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 24,158 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2019 24,158 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both side (4.1.2 (a))

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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FN16 KWZ 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 58.3%.

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 FN16 KWZ, 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 FN16 KWZ registered?

FN16 KWZ is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 10 March 2016.

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