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HN16 ZHC

2016 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

98,197 mi
Last recorded98,197 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN16 ZHC
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2026 98,197 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2025 94,169 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides, on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides deteriorated (4.1.4 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides tyres wearing low, on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Wing mirror damage

Nearside both doors and bumper slight damage

Fail 4 Aug 2025 94,169 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides, on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp aim too high Both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides deteriorated (4.1.4 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides tyres wearing low, on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Wing mirror damage

Nearside both doors and bumper slight damage

Pass 13 Jul 2024 81,786 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides tyres perishing on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Under tray fitted

Pass 26 Jul 2023 68,466 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides in tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 60,326 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2022 60,326 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Fail 29 Jun 2022 60,256 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 48,214 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both front wipers poor (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Jun 2021 48,214 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Tpms light on

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both front wipers poor (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2020 35,109 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both worn/lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 25,305 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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HN16 ZHC is a 2016 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 HN16 ZHC, 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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HN16 ZHC is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 25 June 2016.

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