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LP65 TOV

2016 Mazda 2

White Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

104,197 mi
Last recorded104,197 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP65 TOV
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 104,197 miles

Exhaust heat shield insecure

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 - 3mm tread remaining (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Jul 2026 104,183 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust heat shield insecure

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 - 3mm tread remaining (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jul 2025 94,290 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-2.5mm and perished (5.2.3 (e))

fuel tank and rear exhaust heat shields insecure

Fail 22 Jul 2025 94,289 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-2.5mm and perished (5.2.3 (e))

fuel tank and rear exhaust heat shields insecure

Pass 21 Jul 2024 85,887 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Hazy headlamp (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Ball joint leaking grease (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge [3mm remaining] (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Hazy headlamp (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Ball joint leaking grease (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2023 76,890 miles

Nearside wiper not fitted correctly

Offside wiper not fitted correctly

Fail 20 Jul 2023 76,890 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside wiper not fitted correctly

Offside wiper not fitted correctly

Sound deadening material not fully secure engine cover (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2022 65,825 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 55,721 miles

Engine cover & under trays fitted

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2020 46,288 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slightly cracking and perishing 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2019 33,505 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 20,306 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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LP65 TOV is a 2016 Mazda 2 in White with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LP65 TOV, 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 LP65 TOV registered?

LP65 TOV is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 1 February 2016.

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