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LT16 HXU

2016 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

47,588 mi
Last recorded47,588 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT16 HXU
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 47,588 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 44,210 miles

Nearside wing mirror casing damaged

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel play to NSF + OSF steering arms (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2024 44,210 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside wing mirror casing damaged

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel play to NSF + OSF steering arms (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 39,708 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 34,252 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2021 27,328 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 22,380 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 27 Feb 2019 17,001 miles

engine cover fitted.

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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LT16 HXU is a 2016 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LT16 HXU, 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

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What year was LT16 HXU registered?

LT16 HXU is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is LT16 HXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT16 HXU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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