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LX16 MGU

2016 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,899 mi
Last recorded32,899 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX16 MGU
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 31 Jan 2026 32,899 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 31,979 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2024 27,733 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 23,227 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Feb 2022 18,556 miles

front brake disc's lipped & worn.

front brake pads wearing thin.

Pass 13 Feb 2021 14,594 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 9,855 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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LX16 MGU is a 2016 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LX16 MGU, 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 LX16 MGU registered?

LX16 MGU is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 5 March 2016.

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