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GU16 VRL

2016 Mazda 2

Black Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,605 mi
Last recorded58,605 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU16 VRL
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 20 Mar 2026 58,605 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 54,338 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 47,807 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 41,323 miles

both rear tyres worn to 3mm

Pass 22 Mar 2022 34,583 miles

Nearside Rear tyre becoming worn

Offside Rear tyre becoming worn on outer edge

Pass 15 Mar 2021 26,649 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 20,618 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 15,572 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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GU16 VRL is a 2016 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GU16 VRL, 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 GU16 VRL registered?

GU16 VRL is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is GU16 VRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU16 VRL shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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