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HS16 BZV

2016 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

96,198 mi
Last recorded96,198 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHS16 BZV
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 96,198 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2025 84,390 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective faded/scratched (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective faded/scratched (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Jul 2025 84,387 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective faded/scratched (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective faded/scratched (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2024 74,535 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 67,288 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged perished/cracked (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged perished/cracked (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged perished/cracked (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged perished/cracked (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 61,178 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 50,220 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 23 Jul 2021 50,220 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 37,867 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2019 31,442 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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HS16 BZV is a 2016 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HS16 BZV, 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 HS16 BZV registered?

HS16 BZV is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 29 July 2016.

Is HS16 BZV safe to buy?

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