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LT16 SXU

2016 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

54,726 mi
Last recorded54,726 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 54,726 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 49,186 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 44,077 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 39,901 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2023 39,901 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 36,480 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 33,964 miles

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

Fail 29 Mar 2021 33,964 miles

Headlamp aim not tested offside+nearside (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam offside+nearside (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam offside+nearside (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside+nearside (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2020 31,159 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 30,079 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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LT16 SXU is a 2016 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LT16 SXU, 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 SXU registered?

LT16 SXU is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 26 March 2016.

Is LT16 SXU safe to buy?

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