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FY16 CHL

2016 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

141,594 mi
Last recorded141,594 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY16 CHL
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 141,594 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1856016 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 28 Feb 2026 141,538 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1856016 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 19 Feb 2025 134,323 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH ON 3.5MM (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Feb 2024 128,683 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3.0mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 114,448 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge wearing low (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 102,593 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm /tread castling (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

sticker on windscreen o/s/f wipe Area

Pass 2 Mar 2021 88,815 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall splitting (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall splitting (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 18 Feb 2020 80,332 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall splitting (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 2 Mar 2019 62,392 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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FY16 CHL is a 2016 Mazda 2 in Red 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 FY16 CHL, 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 FY16 CHL registered?

FY16 CHL is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 4 March 2016.

Is FY16 CHL safe to buy?

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