CarVerify

Free Car Check

L55 DOR

2016 Mazda 2

Silver Petrol 1496cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

21,465 mi
Last recorded21,465 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationL55 DOR
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 21,465 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlamps have a product on the lenses , (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 6 Mar 2026 21,465 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlamps have a product on the lenses , (4.1.4 (b))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wiper rubbers split fitted new wiper blades 1x16 1x22 . (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2025 20,574 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake discs have corrosion . (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlamps have a product on the lenses . (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 19 Feb 2024 19,430 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre has cracking .185/60r16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre has cracking .185.60r14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2023 18,064 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 15,986 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2021 14,166 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 12,842 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 9,162 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
Full Mazda 2 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

L55 DOR is a 2016 Mazda 2 in Silver 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 L55 DOR, 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

How do I check the history of L55 DOR?

You can check the full history of L55 DOR by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was L55 DOR registered?

L55 DOR is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 15 March 2016.

Is L55 DOR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L55 DOR 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.

Does L55 DOR have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on L55 DOR. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.