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FV16 VGX

2016 Mazda 2

White Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

54,532 mi
Last recorded54,532 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV16 VGX
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 54,532 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2025 40,857 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2025 39,981 miles

Offside Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test screen

Fail 29 May 2025 39,981 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test screen

Pass 20 Jun 2024 35,823 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 34,531 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 31,994 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 26,366 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 24,425 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 20,090 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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FV16 VGX is a 2016 Mazda 2 in White with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FV16 VGX, 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

How do I check the history of FV16 VGX?

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What year was FV16 VGX registered?

FV16 VGX is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 29 July 2016.

Is FV16 VGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV16 VGX shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV16 VGX have outstanding finance?

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