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KU16 HPE

2016 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

93,573 mi
Last recorded93,573 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU16 HPE
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 93,573 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

plastic covers fitted to outer sills limiting visual access

Pass 8 Apr 2025 81,723 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Apr 2024 70,310 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 58,871 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))

o/s wing mirror cover damaged

Fail 18 Apr 2023 58,871 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))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

o/s wing mirror cover damaged

Pass 29 Apr 2022 50,141 miles

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

Offside Front Wing mirror cover damaged

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

Fail 29 Apr 2022 50,141 miles

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

Offside Front Wing mirror cover damaged

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2021 43,922 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2021 43,920 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2020 39,618 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 35,001 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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KU16 HPE is a 2016 Mazda 2 in Grey 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 KU16 HPE, 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 KU16 HPE registered?

KU16 HPE is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 23 March 2016.

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