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GF16 WUV

2016 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

18,923 mi
Last recorded18,923 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF16 WUV
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 18,923 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 18,583 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 18,135 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 17,208 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2023 17,208 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 16,460 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 27 Apr 2022 16,460 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 May 2021 15,353 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2020 14,360 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 13,333 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 13,332 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended Seat belt jammed (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Body component slightly loose Side skirt slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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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GF16 WUV is a 2016 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 GF16 WUV, 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 GF16 WUV registered?

GF16 WUV is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 22 April 2016.

Is GF16 WUV safe to buy?

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