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LG16 DRV

2016 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

73,327 mi
Last recorded73,327 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG16 DRV
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2026 73,327 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2025 67,528 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 59,997 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2023 52,404 miles

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

Fail 17 Aug 2023 52,404 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jan 2023 51,854 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 47,918 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear seat belt requires feeding back to help in retracting

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

engine cover, undershields & outer sill covers fitted

Pass 29 Dec 2020 38,164 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 30,358 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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LG16 DRV is a 2016 Mazda 2 in Black 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 LG16 DRV, 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 LG16 DRV registered?

LG16 DRV is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 23 March 2016.

Is LG16 DRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG16 DRV 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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