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GX16 HTU

2016 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

106,729 mi
Last recorded106,729 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX16 HTU
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 106,729 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2025 85,374 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2025 85,374 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre Tyre also cracking ()

Pass 17 Feb 2024 69,855 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 50,697 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 34,337 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 28,515 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 27,005 miles

Both front tyres wearing slightly on edges

Pass 15 Feb 2019 20,361 miles

cuts in offside front tyre

front brake pads getting low

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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GX16 HTU 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 GX16 HTU, 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

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What year was GX16 HTU registered?

GX16 HTU is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 12 March 2016.

Is GX16 HTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX16 HTU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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